Echoes of History Beautiful Sites Where the World Was Forever Changed

18. The Steps of Lincoln Memorial: A Speech That Changed the Nation

The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., is one of the most recognizable landmarks in America, but on August 28, 1963, its steps became the stage for one of the most powerful speeches in history. It was here that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech to over 250,000 civil rights supporters during the March on Washington. The steps—originally built to honor Abraham Lincoln—became an enduring symbol of justice and equality, reinforcing that history isn’t just found in battlefields or government halls, but in the voices of those who dare to stand up for change.