In 1893, Chicago held a world’s fair called the World’s Columbian Exposition. The purpose was to … Chicago’s Popular 1893 World’s Columbian ExpositionRead more
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John Adam’s Beloved Wife Abigail Adams
Abigail Smith Adams was the wife of the famed politician, 1st vice president, and 2nd president … John Adam’s Beloved Wife Abigail AdamsRead more
The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison Ship
During the American Revolutionary War, the HMS Jersey, or “Hell” as many called it, was used … The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison ShipRead more
Henry Knox: First American Secretary of War
General Henry Knox was a close friend of George Washington’s, and the first Secretary of War. … Henry Knox: First American Secretary of WarRead more
London’s Iconic and Historic Tower of London
Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, or just the Tower of … London’s Iconic and Historic Tower of LondonRead more
The Brilliant Mind of Ada Lovelace
Ada, Countess of Lovelace is said to be the first computer programmer because of her … The Brilliant Mind of Ada LovelaceRead more
The Successful Revolutionary Culper Spy Ring
Culper Ring was a spy ring that General George Washington had ordered Major Benjamin Tallmadge to … The Successful Revolutionary Culper Spy RingRead more
Patrick Henry: “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death!”
Patrick Henry, American Founding Father and first and sixth Governor of Virginia, is best known for … Patrick Henry: “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death!”Read more
The Consequential Townshend Acts of 1767
The Townshend Acts were a series of acts that the British Parliament passed in 1767, with … The Consequential Townshend Acts of 1767Read more
The Legendary Ballerina Anna Pavlova
Russian prima ballerina Anna Pavlova is one of the most celebrated ballet dancers of her time. … The Legendary Ballerina Anna PavlovaRead more