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Historians in the News

4-2-13

Scholars to reflect on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. 45 years after his assassination

BOWIE, Md. — Scholars will discuss the impact of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and message during a free public conference at Bowie State University.

Friday’s inaugural conference commemorates the 45th anniversary of King’s assassination, which took place on April 4, 1968 in Memphis....

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