History

December Holidays around the World

Source: WorldStrides

Read about the different holidays celebrated this time of year by people all over the world.

Decatur students get historic marker approved to memorialize MLK’s arrest, release

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Read about what these students have achieved through their continued activism.

One Man’s Epic Quest to Visit Every Former Slave Dwelling in the United States

Source: Smithsonian Magazine

Joseph McGill, Jr., a descendant of slaves, has slept in 41 of the remaining slave dwellings so far. He hopes to bring awareness to the small buildings that housed slaves before the buildings all disappear.

Bessie Coleman

Source: Biography

In the face of countless obstacles, Bessie Coleman was determined to become a pilot. Read about her pioneering efforts to become the first African American female pilot in American history.

Anne Frank’s arrest might not have stemmed from betrayal

Source: CNN

New research from the Anne Frank House suggests that Anne and her family may have not in fact been betrayed by someone who knew about their hiding place. Read to learn more.

Ida B. Wells

Source: Biography, A&E Television Networks

Ida B. Wells was a journalist who spoke out for women’s rights and against lynching, amongst numerous other issues. Watch a mini-biography, and learn more about Wells at this site.

Remembering Earthquake Shacks, San Francisco’s Original Tiny Houses

Source: Curbed San Francisco

After the 1906 earthquake and fire that destroyed a large portion of San Francisco, refugee camps of very small houses were built. They were later moved to different parts of the city and some still exist today.