Fire Escapes Are Evocative, But Mostly Useless
Source: The Atlantic
Read about the history of fire escapes and whether their purpose was ever fulfilled.
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6 Things You May Not Know About the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Source: HISTORY
A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is currently touring the country. Learn about its original design and intent.
The Argentine mother who took on the Junta dictatorship over her ‘disappeared’ son
Source: The Independent
In the laste 1970s and early 1980s, the Junta dictatorship in Argentia took thousands of people they feared were dissenters or would grow up to dissent. Read about one woman’s fight to find justice for her son.
Guide to the classics: The Arthurian legend
Source: The Conversation
Are the tales of King Arthur based in fact? TL;DR: Probably not, but they’re a lot of fun!
Classic Slave Narratives
Source: Thought Co.
One powerful driver of the abolitionist movement was the words of formerly enslaved people. Find out about some of the most influential slave narratives.
75 Years Later, Anne Frank’s Diary Still Has Much To Teach
Source: NPR
If World War II seems like ancient history, think again. Here’s what we can learn from Anne Frank’s experiences then.
Langston Hughes’ Collection of Harlem Rent Party Advertisements
Source: Slate
Due to high rental rates and low salaries in the 1920s through the 1950s, black tenants in Harlem threw rent parties to help pay their rent. Langston Hughes collected cards advertising such events.
Phantom Islands – A Sonic Atlas
Source: Andrew Pekler
Phantom islands are islands which were thought to exist at one point in time. Explore a sonic atlas of some of history’s most well-known phantom islands.
Revolutionary Moments in Law Enforcement
Source: The Marshall Project
Robin Washington draws parallels between modern protests and pre-Revolutionary War civil disobedience. Is de-escalation the answer?
The breathtaking courage of Harriet Tubman
Source: TEDEd
Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave, a successful conductor in the Underground Railroad, a spy, and much more. Watch the video to learn more about the incredible life of an inspiration.