Catholic leaders join Martin Luther King, Jr. at Illinois Rally for Civil Rights, 1964
Original Photo
Martin Luther King, Jr. Original silver gelatin print press photo of MLK at the Illinois Rally for Civil Rights in 1964. Dr. King is pictured holds hands with two clergy, forming a human chain of solidarity. 7.5 x 10.75 in. Pasted to verso, partial original caption from newspaper and information form on figures. “Fr. Theodore Hesburgh, Pres. Notre Dame / Martin Luther King Jr. / Msgr Robert J. Hagarty, Archdioceses of Chg. at the end of rally.” At the time, the Illinois Rally was the second largest Civil Rights demonstration, with an estimated 57,000 to 75,000 people joining the event at Soldier Field. This important event demonstrated unity across various branches of Christianity, in support of African American's civil rights. Hesburgh was appointed to the Civil Rights Commission by President Eisenhower in 1957, and served on the commission until 1972. These original press photo taken by photojournalist within tight timeframe for the benefit of particular editorial board and with the aim of usage by the press to illustrate an article often affected public opinion in the nation. Creases to upper right edge, affecting image of Hagarty. Dated on verso June 21, 1964. Good to very good condition.Item #16931
Price: $450.00
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