#RememberSelma: Highlights From Saturday's Events

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the civil rights march.

March On - President Barack Obama walks across the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, exactly 50 years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. did for the right to vote. The president is joined by Rep. John Lewis, Michelle Obama, the first daughters, Al Sharpton and more to commemorate the anniversary of the iconic march. March 7, 1965, also known as "Bloody Sunday," left a historic mark on the fabric of the country. Take a look at key moments and fun photos from the monumental day. (Photo: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst)

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March On - President Barack Obama walks across the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, exactly 50 years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. did for the right to vote. The president is joined by Rep. John Lewis, Michelle Obama, the first daughters, Al Sharpton and more to commemorate the anniversary of the iconic march. March 7, 1965, also known as "Bloody Sunday," left a historic mark on the fabric of the country. Take a look at key moments and fun photos from the monumental day. (Photo: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst)

Now We Wait - Crowds begin to set up camp as they wait to hear President Obama speak along the Edmund Pettus Bridge. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Now We Wait - Crowds begin to set up camp as they wait to hear President Obama speak along the Edmund Pettus Bridge. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Photo By Photo: Ty Wright for BET

President of the People - President Barack Obama smiles as he looks at the many that have gathered in Selma to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the marches. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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President of the People - President Barack Obama smiles as he looks at the many that have gathered in Selma to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the marches. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Unwavering Support - The first lady holds the president's hand before he is introduced to speak to thousands outside of the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma. (Photo: AP Photo/Bill Frakes)

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Unwavering Support - The first lady holds the president's hand before he is introduced to speak to thousands outside of the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma. (Photo: AP Photo/Bill Frakes)

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It's an Honor - President Barack Obama shakes hands with Rep. John Lewis after his very gracious introduction. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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It's an Honor - President Barack Obama shakes hands with Rep. John Lewis after his very gracious introduction. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Photo By Photo: Ty Wright for BET

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President Obama Keys In on Race in Moving Speech - President Barack Obama delivers a moving speech to onlookers on the anniversary of Bloody Sunday. The president addressed issues of race, equality and moving forward in the wake of our "turbulent past." "Loving this country requires more than singing its praises or avoiding uncomfortable truths. It requires the occasional disruption, the willingness to speak out for what's right and shake up the status quo," he said. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET) 

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President Obama Keys In on Race in Moving Speech - President Barack Obama delivers a moving speech to onlookers on the anniversary of Bloody Sunday. The president addressed issues of race, equality and moving forward in the wake of our "turbulent past." "Loving this country requires more than singing its praises or avoiding uncomfortable truths. It requires the occasional disruption, the willingness to speak out for what's right and shake up the status quo," he said. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET) 

"What's Your Excuse?" - In his riveting speech, President Barack Obama reflects on the hardships African-Americans endured for their right to vote. "Fifty years ago, registering to vote here in Selma and much of the South meant guessing the number of jellybeans in a jar or bubbles on a bar of soap. It meant risking your dignity, and sometimes, your life. What is our excuse today for not voting?"   (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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"What's Your Excuse?" - In his riveting speech, President Barack Obama reflects on the hardships African-Americans endured for their right to vote. "Fifty years ago, registering to vote here in Selma and much of the South meant guessing the number of jellybeans in a jar or bubbles on a bar of soap. It meant risking your dignity, and sometimes, your life. What is our excuse today for not voting?"   (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Let Us Join Hands - The POTUS, First Lady, former First Lady Laura Bush and Rep. John Lewis join hands in prayer as the events in Selma get underway. (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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Let Us Join Hands - The POTUS, First Lady, former First Lady Laura Bush and Rep. John Lewis join hands in prayer as the events in Selma get underway. (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

The Reverend - Reverend Al Sharpton examines the crowd as he listens to the speakers. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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The Reverend - Reverend Al Sharpton examines the crowd as he listens to the speakers. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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More Arrivals - US Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. shakes the hands of fellow constituents as he arrives at the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma. (Photo: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)

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More Arrivals - US Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. shakes the hands of fellow constituents as he arrives at the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma. (Photo: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)

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Presidential Greetings - The president and the first lady greet the citizens of Selma. (Photo: EPA/ERIK LESSER /LANDOV)

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Presidential Greetings - The president and the first lady greet the citizens of Selma. (Photo: EPA/ERIK LESSER /LANDOV)

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Sister, Sister - First daughters Sasha and Malia Obama share laughs while accompanying the POTUS on his visit to Selma. (Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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Sister, Sister - First daughters Sasha and Malia Obama share laughs while accompanying the POTUS on his visit to Selma. (Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Say Cheese! - "I was free to dream my dreams because of the foot soldiers who dared to cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge," said Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Ala.), pictured on the left. "We cannot celebrate how far we have come without acknowledging how far we still need to go. There is unfinished business in the voting rights movement." (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Say Cheese! - "I was free to dream my dreams because of the foot soldiers who dared to cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge," said Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Ala.), pictured on the left. "We cannot celebrate how far we have come without acknowledging how far we still need to go. There is unfinished business in the voting rights movement." (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Witnessing History - A family poses as they commemorate the 50th anniversary of the marches that ultimately led to securing access to the polls. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Witnessing History - A family poses as they commemorate the 50th anniversary of the marches that ultimately led to securing access to the polls. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Touching Moment - People gather on the Edmund Pettus Bridge after President Obama's speech. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Touching Moment - People gather on the Edmund Pettus Bridge after President Obama's speech. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Making Memories - Here's to remembering where history has taken place. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Making Memories - Here's to remembering where history has taken place. (Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Peace - A crowd of supporters put up the "peace" sign to represent the feelings of many in Selma today.(Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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Peace - A crowd of supporters put up the "peace" sign to represent the feelings of many in Selma today.(Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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Thousands Unite - Thousands flocked to Selma, Alabama, to participate in the festivities.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Thousands Unite - Thousands flocked to Selma, Alabama, to participate in the festivities.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

America the Beautiful  - Patriotism was strong in Selma as onlookers showed their solidarity during the president's speech. (Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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America the Beautiful  - Patriotism was strong in Selma as onlookers showed their solidarity during the president's speech. (Photo: AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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Recognizing the Greats - President Obama signs legislation awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to all who participated in the historic "Bloody Sunday" march, Turnaround Tuesday or the final Selma to Montgomery Voting Rights March in 1965.(Photo: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Recognizing the Greats - President Obama signs legislation awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to all who participated in the historic "Bloody Sunday" march, Turnaround Tuesday or the final Selma to Montgomery Voting Rights March in 1965.(Photo: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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From Far and Wide - Alabama locals, vendors, law enforcement officers and other American citizens gathered to hear President Obama and other key figures speak at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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From Far and Wide - Alabama locals, vendors, law enforcement officers and other American citizens gathered to hear President Obama and other key figures speak at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Transcending Age - A young boy joins the crowd gathering to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the march.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Transcending Age - A young boy joins the crowd gathering to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the march.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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The Art of History - Two artists tote a painted portrait of President Obama surrounded by other Black civil rights leaders to the venue.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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The Art of History - Two artists tote a painted portrait of President Obama surrounded by other Black civil rights leaders to the venue.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Tees for a Cause - "Selma to Montgomery" T-shirts were being distributed at the historic 50th anniversary event.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Tees for a Cause - "Selma to Montgomery" T-shirts were being distributed at the historic 50th anniversary event.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Bursting With Excitement - Two attendees eagerly waited for the 50th anniversary festivities to begin outside of the historic Brown Chapel AME Church.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Bursting With Excitement - Two attendees eagerly waited for the 50th anniversary festivities to begin outside of the historic Brown Chapel AME Church.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Photo By Photo: Ty Wright for BET

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Crowd of Celebration - The crowd went on for blocks as attendees gathered to celebrate and reflect on the march.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

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Crowd of Celebration - The crowd went on for blocks as attendees gathered to celebrate and reflect on the march.(Photo: Ty Wright for BET)

Photo By Photo: Ty Wright for BET

The Message - Donning a "Keep the Dream" hoodie with the faces of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Obama on the back, this man came with a message.(Photo: AP Photo/Butch Dill)

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The Message - Donning a "Keep the Dream" hoodie with the faces of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Obama on the back, this man came with a message.(Photo: AP Photo/Butch Dill)

A Gorgeous Sight - The sun set beautifully over the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge just hours before the 50th anniversary of the civil rights march.(Photo: AP Photo/Butch Dill)

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A Gorgeous Sight - The sun set beautifully over the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge just hours before the 50th anniversary of the civil rights march.(Photo: AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Photo By Photo: AP Photo/Butch Dill