12 Historic Facts About Martin Luther King Jr.

(via Mental Floss) Today is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the federal holiday created in recognition of the Atlanta native, who became one of the most important figures in the civil rights movement. While it would be impossible to encompass everything King accomplished in a mere list, here are a few intriguing facts that may pique your interest in finding out more about the man who helped unite a divided nation.