Item #16932 Martin Luther King Sr at "I Have A Dream" Speech. Civil Rights Martin Luther King Sr.

Martin Luther King Sr at "I Have A Dream" Speech

Martin Luther King Sr., Civil Rights

Original Photo

Original gelatin silver print press photo of Martin Luther King, Sr. at the 1983 March on Washington, to commemorate 20 years since his son’s historic “I Have A Dream Speech”. He is seated on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, with crowds filling the National Mall in the background. 8 x 11 in. Original press caption printed to left of image: “Washington, Aug. 27—Twenty Years Later—Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young, right, assists Rev. Martin Luther King Sr., on the speakers platform in front of the Lincoln Memorial Saturday. Twenty years ago Rev. King’s son, delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech from this site.” This commemoration was an important moment to recognize and honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and an estimated 200,000 people participated in the event. This was also an important moment for African-American leaders to address contemporary political issues in the US. “Martin Luther King Sr.” (in printed caption) underlined in red ink in. Small closed tear center left edge, not affecting image. Toned.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. Very good condition.

Item #16932

Price: $100.00