Today, we visited the Loraine Motel
in Memphis, Tennessee. This motel was where Martin Luther King was assassinated
April 4, 1968 on the balcony, in front of room 306. Of course, I’ve learned
about this event in many times before, but being at the actual place where this
event happened was really emotional for me. I actually stood where he stood as
when he was shot. Then, we were able to stand where the sniper was and read
about the long investigation of his murder. The alleged killers name was James
Earl Ray. Being in the museum sort of angered me. I don’t understand how people
can just be so cruel and rather live in hatred than in peace.
I think today was the hardest for
me. While at the Loraine Motel, everything felt so alive. I could imagine the
scene in my head. Dr. King being on the balcony, and seeing his body fall to
the ground from the gunshots. He was a man who fought for the rights of all
people and was put through the amount of pain, but still remained humble. Dr.
King wanted nothing but peace and love. I admire his bravery so much. I’m not
sure if I would have been able to tolerate the hate that he received from
others. Dr. King was a bold man!
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