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The Acid Pool Attack in St. Augustine, 1964
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The Acid Pool Attack in St. Augustine, 1964

In 1964 a Florida motel manager poured acid into a pool where Black and white protesters swam together. Here’s what happened, who was involved, and why it mattered.

by Hannah•February 17, 2026
Ruby Bridges: 5 Things People Get Wrong
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Ruby Bridges: 5 Things People Get Wrong

Ruby Bridges integrated a New Orleans school in 1960 under terrifying pressure. Here are 5 misunderstood facts about her walk, the mobs, and what changed.

by Hannah•February 16, 2026
5 Historical Eras When America Was Great
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5 Historical Eras When America Was Great

Explore five distinct eras in American history that defined greatness through innovation, leadership, and social change.

by Hannah•January 29, 2026January 29, 2026
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