1894 - 1984
Benjamin E. Mays was an influential African American minister, educator, and civil rights leader, born on August 1, 1894. He served as the president of Morehouse College from 1940 to 1967 and was a mentor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., advocating for social justice and racial equality. Mays is also known for his writings and speeches that emphasized the importance of education and leadership in the struggle for civil rights.