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The True Story Behind The Most Iconic Image Of The Civil Rights Movement

The photo of Hazel Bryan screaming at Elizabeth Eckford is jarring enough, but the story of their subsequent reconciliation and friendship is just as fascinating.

By Aimee Lamoureux Apr 11, 2018

The True Story Behind The Most Iconic Image Of The Civil Rights Movement

The photo of Hazel Bryan screaming at Elizabeth Eckford is jarring enough, but the story of their subsequent reconciliation and friendship is just as fascinating.

By Aimee Lamoureux April 11, 2018

Sybil Ludington Was The Female Version Of Paul Revere And Was Only 16

When Col. Henry Ludington needed someone to rouse his militiamen before the British arrived, he called upon his 16-year-old daughter, Sybil Ludington.

By William DeLong Mar 29, 2018

Sybil Ludington Was The Female Version Of Paul Revere And Was Only 16

When Col. Henry Ludington needed someone to rouse his militiamen before the British arrived, he called upon his 16-year-old daughter, Sybil Ludington.

By William DeLong March 29, 2018

Mary Bowser: The Former Slave Who Helped Bring Down The Confederacy

The Confederates were sure former slave-turned-Union spy Mary Bowser wouldn't be able to read the sensitive documents they left out around her — they were wrong.

By Gina Dimuro Mar 26, 2018

Mary Bowser: The Former Slave Who Helped Bring Down The Confederacy

The Confederates were sure former slave-turned-Union spy Mary Bowser wouldn't be able to read the sensitive documents they left out around her — they were wrong.

By Gina Dimuro March 26, 2018

The Tragic Life Of Dian Fossey And Her “Gorillas In The Mist”

She wrote the acclaimed book Gorillas In The Mist and became an ardent conservationist for gorillas, but Dian Fossey's efforts to combat poaching ended up costing her life.

By Katie Serena Mar 23, 2018

The Tragic Life Of Dian Fossey And Her “Gorillas In The Mist”

She wrote the acclaimed book Gorillas In The Mist and became an ardent conservationist for gorillas, but Dian Fossey's efforts to combat poaching ended up costing her life.

By Katie Serena March 23, 2018
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