Freedom Song - Coretta Scott King

Coretta Scott King (1927–2006) was an American civil rights activist, author, and the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. She played a crucial role in the Civil Rights Movement and continued advocating for racial and social justice after her husband's assassination in 1968. She was instrumental in establishing the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change and worked tirelessly to make her husband's birthday a national holiday, which was achieved in 1983. Beyond civil rights, she championed women’s rights, and anti-apartheid activism, advocating for peace and justice globally. Coretta’s legacy is one of unwavering dedication to equality, making her a key figure in American history.