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PHOTO FLASHBACK: Mrs Corretta King in Jamaica, December 1968

Published:Thursday | December 9, 2021 | 10:38 PMA Digital Integration & Marketing production
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Leader of the Opposition Norman Manley (left), greets Mrs. Coretta King whilst Prime Minister Hugh Shearer looks on. The occasion was a reception given in the honour of Mrs. Coretta King, by Prime Minister Hugh Shearer at Jamaica House on December 9, 1968.
A dignified figure in a simple white coat suit, Mrs Coretta King is seen as she spoke at the National Arena on December 10, 1968, at the presentation ceremony in honour of her late husband.
Mrs Coretta King, wife of the late American Civil Rights leader, the Rev Dr Martin Luther King (centre), as she met Kapo - Jamaica sculptor, Mallica Reynolds, and his wife at the reception given in her honour by Prime Minister Hugh Shearer (right) at Jamaica House in December 1968.
Prime Minister Hugh Shearer (left) presents the Marcus Garvey Prize to Mrs Coretta Scott King, who received it on behalf of her late husband, Dr Martin Luther King Jr. He was awarded the prize for his outstanding service in the field of human rights. The presentation took place at the National Arena on December 10, 1968.
Members of the National Dance Theatre Company are greeted by Mrs Coretta King (right) after the commemoration service in Spelman's Sisters Chapel when the company performed three religious works, in memory of Martin Luther King Jr. From left are Audley Butler, ballet master; Rex Nettleford, artistic director; and Yvonne DaCosta, ballet mistress.
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Mrs Coretta King, wife of the late American civil rights leader, the Rev Dr Martin Luther King, enjoyed great company while in Jamaica. She also visited several places meeting and greeting different groups.

 

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