IN-49.2005.1 - Robert F. Kennedy on Death of Martin L. King

Marker text: ROBERT F. KENNEDY SPEECH ON DEATH OF MARTIN L. KING

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Kennedy urged the crowd to follow Rev. King's lead and respond with understanding and prayer. Citing the need to avoid division, hatred, and violence, he called for love, wisdom, compassion, and justice. The speech is credited with keeping Indianapolis calm, while other cities reacted with violence.

Installed 2005 Indiana Historical Bureau and City of Indianapolis, Mayor Bart Peterson

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Location: King Park, 17th Street and Broadway, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana

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