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View of the Tightrope

Charles Blondin's feat of walking Niagara Falls on a tightrope was documented by illustrated magazines.

Learn About First Lady and UN Delegate Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt was a beloved figure of the 20th century. She fought tirelessly for the rights of the underprivileged throughout her lifetime, especially during her tenure as First Lady of the United States and while serving as a delegate to the United Nations.

Yum Kimil

Yum Kimil was a Maya personification of disaster and darkness.

Union Leaders: Major General Abner Doubleday

Born in 1819, Abner Doubleday attended West Point and graduated as an artillery officer. After firing the first shot in defense of Fort Sumter, Doubleday quickly rose through the Union ranks. After the death of Gen. John Reynolds at Gettysburg, Doubleday ably led I Corps against the Confederates. Af

Orion

Learn about the giant mythological hunter who became more familiar as a constellation.

Defender of Britain: Hawker Hurricane

The Hawker Hurricane entered service in 1937 and saw extensive service with the Royal Air Force. The Hawker Hurricane played a key role in the Battle of Britain and was key in defeating the Germans. Over 14,000 Hawker Hurricanes were built by 1944.

A Brief History of Botswana

A brief introduction to the history of Botswana from the time of early humans to the present day.

English Civil War: Battle of Alton

The Battle of Alton was fought December 13, 1643, during the English Civil War. Attacking Alton, Sir William Waller's men clashed with the Earl of Crawford's Royalist garrison. In the Battle of Alton, Waller's troops captured the town.

Porta Capena

Basic information on the Porta Capena, located on the Appian Road.