Read about the controversy surrounding Matthew Henson’s claim as the first person to reach the North Pole.
Tag Archives: Historic Figures
Was Paul Bunyan a real person?
Learn about how the legend of Paul Bunyan began and how it continued to grow over the years.
Biography: Ibtihaj Muhammad
Muhammad was the first female Muslim-American to win an Olympic medal. Read about her life and career in this article.
Spanish American War
Read this overview of the Spanish American War and watch the related video about Theodore Roosevelt’s role in it.
The Secret Annex Online
Go back in time to explore the hiding place of Anne Frank on this website. With background information on the people, places, and things that happened, as well as an interactive 3D model of the secret annex, this site provides a truly immersive experience.
Thurgood Marshall
Before he was a Supreme Court Justice, Thurgood Marshall argued the Brown v. Board of Education case, achieving an end to legal school segregation.
Types of Ancient Greek Medicine
Read about how ancient Greek medicine inspired many modern practices.
Barbara Pope was the Rosa Parks of D.C., but her story was mostly forgotten
Fifty years before the Civil Rights Movement, Barbara Pope boarded a train and challenged Virginia’s Jim Crow Law.
What Alexander Hamilton’s Deep Connections To Slavery Reveal About The Need For Reparations Today
| This opinion from a university scholar reveals that more carefullyexamining Alexander Hamilton’s life, views, and career might challenge how people think about reparations for slavery. |
This 15-year-old was the original Rosa Parks
Watch this video to find out about the often overlooked story of civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin.
No, Shakespeare isn’t being ‘canceled,’ says this teacher accused of doing it
In this piece, a high school teacher explains her approach to teaching Shakespeare and rejects claims that she is taking part in “cancel culture.”
Who were Las Mariposas, and why were they murdered?
Watch this short TED video about the brave women who lead an underground revolution against one of the worst dictators in the Dominican Republic’s history.
How Andrew Carnegie Turned His Fortune Into A Library Legacy
Steel magnate Andrew Carnegie was also a dedicated philanthropist who used his wealth to establish hundreds of public libraries. Listen to the story here.
Pastor Says Fight for Civil Rights Looks Different in 2021
In this article, Pastor Ron English reflects on the events of 2020 and considers what the struggle for freedom and equality will look like in the months and years ahead.
When was greatness thrust upon William Shakespeare?
This article examines Shakespeare’s rise to greatness. It also features some interesting graphics that show trends in the popularity of his plays.
Beyond the silver screen: a look at the vibrant history of Harlem’s Black film scene
Read about the history of the thriving Harlem film scene from the Harlem Renaissance to the present day.
Watchdog Photo Gallery
Muckraking journalists are keen-eyed observers unafraid to expose the truth—even at great risk to themselves. View images of the investigative work of journalists and writers who took on powerful entities, exposing corruption and protecting the interests of citizens.
How Kids Helped During the Revolutionary War
How did the families of everyday colonists respond when the Revolutionary War started? Read a brief list of some of the ways that the children of the Minutemen and Continental Army soldiers answered the call during the Thirteen Colonies’ struggle for independence.
5 Powerful and Influential Native American Women
Native American women achieved important but often overlooked accomplishments in the early development of North America. Their success inspired later trailblazing efforts. Read the extraordinary stories of five Native American women whose impact went beyond forging the groundwork of an emerging new nation.
8 Leaders Who Carry On Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
This article highlights some of today’s leaders in the ongoing struggle for freedom and equality.