Pilgrims, Martin Luther, and Martin Luther King

Who were the Pilgrims?

A group of English settlers who came to America in 1620 on a ship called the Mayflower.

Why are the Pilgrims important?

They signed the Mayflower Compact, an early form of self-government, and helped start the tradition of Thanksgiving after a good harvest with help from Native Americans.

In what year did the Pilgrims arrive in America and found the Plymouth colony?

1620

What was the Plymouth colony?

Started in 1620 by Pilgrims for religious freedom, settled in what is now Massachusetts, with help from Native Americans. They celebrated the first Thanksgiving in 1621.

Who was Martin Luther King Jr.?

A Black American pastor and leader in the fight for civil rights and racial equality.

Why is Martin Luther King Jr. important?

He believed in nonviolence and peaceful protests, led the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955, gave the 'I Have a Dream' speech in 1963, and helped pass the Civil Rights Act (1964) and Voting Rights Act (1965).

When was Martin Luther King's March on Washington and 'I Have a Dream' speech?

1963

When and where was Martin Luther King Jr. assassinated?

1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.