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Martin Luther King, Jr. was an African-American man who believed in equality. He went to college at the young age of 15 years old. Martin Luther King, Jr. had probably the most famous speech of all time: "I have a dream." He gave the speech at the Lincoln Memorial. Sadly, Martin Luther King, Jr. was fatally shot at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4th, 1968 at 6 PM. Martin Luther King, Jr. died a hero and was a role model for many. He died because he shared his thoughts and beliefs to the public, which ultimately cost him his life. Most everyone, including himself, believes that his death for equality was worth it for equality. Legislation making Martin Luther King, Jr. Day a federal holiday was passed in 1983, and the first nationwide observance took place in 1986. President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law. On the third Monday of January, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day comes around. Everyone rejoices in MLK for the sacrifices he made for people and sacrifices he made for people in the future.