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Tag Archives: Historic Figures
The Lithuanian Immigrant Who Launched the First Women’s College Basketball Game
Read about how the Mother of Women’s Basketball defied expectation for female athletes and forever changed sports history.
When Industrialists Got Rich, Architecture Went Wild
From white marble to gold, homes of the wealthy in the Gilded Age featured opulent details. Learn about the architects who built these extravagant homes.
Dunlap Broadside History
Visit this online exhibit to learn about the Dunlap Broadside, one of the first printed copies of the Declaration of Independence.
America’s True History of Religious Tolerance
Freedom of religion has brought many immigrants to the United States. This article traverses the complex and largely unacknowledged historical struggle for religious tolerance in the United States.
Fortnite’s Civil Rights Movement Inclusion Was Well-Intentioned But Messy
Is a popular video game an appropriate venue for teaching young people about the Civil Rights movement? Click here to find out what happened when Martin Luther King, Jr’s “I Have a Dream” speech was featured in Fortnite.
Cesar Chavez
| Read about how Mexican-American Cesar Chavez forever changed the history of American Labor rights. He succeeded in bettering the lives of farm workers nationwide through his nonviolent efforts. |
The Netherlands unveils its first national Holocaust monument
| Discover the impact and significance of the Netherlands’ first national Holocaust monument. |
Poem of the week: Sonnet 65 by William Shakespeare
| Discover the timeless, breathtaking beauty of Shakespeare’s sonnet 65. |
Remembering the most important civil rights hero most Americans have never heard of
Click this link to learn about Bob Moses, an unsung hero of the Civil Rights Movement who led efforts to get Black Americans registered to vote.
Black Theater Artists Are Helping Shakespeare Speak To More Diverse Audiences
Read about the importance of racially inclusive casting in the world of Shakespearian theatre.
Women in the American Revolution
| Molly Pitcher and Betsy Ross are familiar names in the history of women in America’s Revolutionary Era. Read this detailed article to learn the stories of other women who supported the war effort. |
Malala Yousafzai urges world leaders to take urgent action on Afghanistan
Watch the video to hear what the Nobel prize-winning activist has to say.
Nelson Mandela: ‘Synonymous with the fight for justice and equality’
Read this article to learn about the legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leader whose voice inspired many to join the worldwide struggle for freedom and human rights.
How the Santa Fe Railroad Changed America Forever
Often historically overshadowed by the first transcontinental railroad, America’s second transcontinental line had a lasting impact on the country’s landscape and economy, giving rise to major cities and introducing new industries. Explore this article to learn more.
The Real Story of Revere’s Ride
Learn the real story behind the famous midnight ride of one of America’s most storied Sons of Liberty. Click on the interactive map to learn more about Revere’s route.
Born in the USA: The Chinese Immigrant Son Who Fought for Birthright Citizenship
In an important U.S. immigration law milestone, Wong Kim Ark sued the U.S. government to recognize birthright citizenship for children of immigrants. Read the remarkable story here.
Helicopters are ruining Shakespeare in the Park
Read about how helicopters disrupt theater-goers in New York City’s Central Park.
The Asian American Women Who Fought to Make Their Mark in WWII
Read about the extraordinary women who overcame adversity to work as pilots, translators, guerilla fighters, and more during their country’s time of need.
Biography of Tenzing Norgay, First Man to Conquer Mt Everest
Read about the first Sherpa to conquer the historic climb.