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Go through almost any small town in America, and you will see at least one statue. It may be of some important local important person. Or it may be of someone of national structure. Statues in large...
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On Monday, Jan. 16 this year, we celebrate the birthday of the late Rev. Martin Luther King Jr – arguably the most important and influential, and certainly the most famous, American civil rights...
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We all have our personal demons, and celebrities are no different. For many of them, bad behavior results in getting arrested. (Here’s a list of celebrities who are currently in – or have been to...
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The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., whose birthday we celebrate this Monday, Jan. 16, is one of the most famous, influential, and respected American leaders of the 20th century. King is known for his...
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Speeches addressing civil rights issues are among the most famous and inspiring in American history. From Martin Luther King Jr.’s immortal “I have a dream” speech to President Barack Obama’s...
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We document the legacies of important historical figures in many ways, chief among them being public statues and monuments. Like all other works of art, statues can tell us a lot about the values of...
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Professional athletes battle on the playing field, hoping at the end of the contest that they’ll end up victorious. But many great athletes have also fought on a real battlefield during wartime,...
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Military leaders talk about the fog of war in battle – however, war has also inspired military and political leaders, among other people, to great clarity in saying memorable things that decry...
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More men from New York State died in WWII than from any other state in America. In a way, this should not be a surprise. New York is the fourth largest state in population today behind California,...
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Believe it or not, 2022 is beginning to wind down, and 2023 will be here before you know it. For many, the approach of a new year means that it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s...
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Choosing the right name for a baby can be a difficult experience for parents. They want a moniker that sets their child apart, but that isn’t too unusual. Inspiration can come from many sources....
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People change careers all the time. But when a famous actor does it, it can be a bit surprising. Who would give up the fame and all the money that goes with it? Especially if it’s at a young age?...
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Towering mountains have captivated human interest and inspired awe for thousands of years. Many civilizations have revered the grandest mountains as sacred places and associated them with...
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Thanks to the best efforts of state-run media and a propaganda onslaught, an estimated 60% of Russians are said to support the country’s current “special military operation” – i.e., the...
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No matter how you look at it, World War II was devastating. Entire cities with many centuries of history were destroyed, and the loss of life was incalculable. Just about every American family was...
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