Born Fannie Coralie Perkins, Frances Perkins Wilson made history when she was appointed U.S. Secretary of … Frances Perkins: The First Female Cabinet MemberRead more
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Jane Addam’s Work to Preserve Peace
Jane Addams was a leading women’s rights activist and suffragist. She was one of the most … Jane Addam’s Work to Preserve PeaceRead more
The Life of Celebrated French Author Victor Hugo
Considered to be one of the greatest French writers, Victor Hugo was a Romantic movement novelist, … The Life of Celebrated French Author Victor HugoRead more
How Louisa May Alcott Went From Poverty to Beloved Author
Louisa May Alcott is known for her famous classic Little Women, published in 1868. She … How Louisa May Alcott Went From Poverty to Beloved AuthorRead more
How Dorothea Lynde Dix Improved life for the Mentally Ill
Dorothea Lynde Dix spent much of her career as an educator and social reformer to working … How Dorothea Lynde Dix Improved life for the Mentally IllRead more
Aphra Behn: The First Professional English Female Author
Born in 1640, Aphra Behn was one of the first women in England to make a … Aphra Behn: The First Professional English Female AuthorRead more
The Story of the Thirteen Colonies Once Under British Rule
Before the fifty states or even the United States, America had the Thirteen Colonies. Now, just … The Story of the Thirteen Colonies Once Under British RuleRead more
Isabella I of Castile: The Queen that Sponsored Columbus
Isabella I of Castile ruled as Queen of Castile and León from December 11, 1474 until … Isabella I of Castile: The Queen that Sponsored ColumbusRead more
Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832
The June Rebellion, also known as the Paris Uprising of 1832, took place between June 5-6, … Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832Read more
Carl Schurz: Avid Nineteenth Century German-American Politician
An accomplished journalist and orator, German born Carl Christian Schurz became the first elected member of … Carl Schurz: Avid Nineteenth Century German-American PoliticianRead more