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Old 08-28-2013, 03:25 AM
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Originally Posted by buggyone View Post
Remembering 50 years ago, the most famous and notable person I met was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

I was at the 1963 Freedom March in Washington DC. I was just 18 years old and went to the Monument Grounds to see history take place. I was standing over by Peter, Paul, and Mary when a girl in back of me exclaimed, "Dr. King!" I turned around and Martin Luther King was right there. I introduced myself and he shook my hand, looked me right in the eyes, and told me to keep working for freedom for everyone.
Wow, you got to see one of the most important historical events of the past century and also meet one of the most important and influential Americans who has ever lived! You were indeed at the right place at the right time!