In 1925, Anna Julia Cooper earned a doctorate from the Sorbonne. Here’s how a woman born enslaved became a major Black feminist scholar and educator.
American History
Bobby Driscoll: 5 Hard Truths Behind a Disney Tragedy
Bobby Driscoll was Disney’s golden boy and the voice of Peter Pan. He died penniless at 31 in an unmarked grave. Here are 5 hard truths behind his fall.
Dr Cool: Meet The Man Behind The Ice Maker
When the going gets hot, your ice maker is probably your first port of call. Frosty … Dr Cool: Meet The Man Behind The Ice MakerRead more
Halloween 1925: 5 Things You’d Notice Right Away
From homemade masks to Klan costumes and silent films, here are 5 things that defined Halloween 1925 and how they shaped the holiday we know now.
1970s LA vs Today: Why They Look So Similar
Why does a 1974 Los Angeles street scene look so much like LA today? A comparison of origins, methods, outcomes, and legacy of life in the city then and now.
Renowned Abolitionist Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass is a well known African-American who escaped from slavery and went on to become … Renowned Abolitionist Frederick DouglassRead more
How Some U.S. Evangelicals Came To Call Empathy a Sin
Why do some American evangelicals now say empathy is a sin? A history of Calvinism, culture wars, and how “compassion” got redefined in U.S. Christianity.
John Tyler’s Grandson and America’s Long Shadow
How could a man born in 1790 have a grandson alive in 2024? The story of President John Tyler’s family stretches from George Washington to Joe Biden.
Trail Of Tears: A Closer Look At America’s Most Infamous Time
American history has plenty of dark points. While, over the years, hardships and struggles have been … Trail Of Tears: A Closer Look At America’s Most Infamous TimeRead more
Bear Feeding In Yellowstone National Park Was Once More Popular Than Old Faithful
We recently brought you and overview of the beauty that is Yellowstone National Park. It’s by … Bear Feeding In Yellowstone National Park Was Once More Popular Than Old FaithfulRead more