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This monumental biography by David Levering Lewis—eight years in the research and writing—treats the early and middle phases of a long and intense career: a crucial fifty-year period that demonstrates how W.E.B. Du Bois changed forever the way Americans think about themselves. William Edward Burghardt Du Bois—the premier architect of the civil rights movement in America—was a towering and controversial personality, a fiercely proud individual blessed with the language of the poet and the impatience of the agitator.

The regiment’s career commenced with an ignominious defeat in its initial engagement on the South Carolina coast at Port Royal Sound in 1861. This demoralizing event could have set the regiment on a trajectory of self-fulfilling failure and catastrophe.

George Rogers Clark was an American general during the Revolutionary War—the epic conflict in which the newly formed United States of America broke free from British rule. A seasoned frontiersman, he became a leading figure in the expansion of the American frontier into what was then known as the Northwest Territory. Before states like Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky even existed, Clark was actively charting their course. When the Revolutionary War erupted, George Rogers Clark did not hesitate to answer the call to action.

Claire McCardell shattered cultural norms around women’s clothes, and today much of what we wear traces back to her ingenious, rebellious mind. McCardell invented ballet flats and mix-and-match separates, and she introduced wrap dresses, hoodies, leggings, denim, and more into womenswear. She tossed out corsets in favor of a comfortably elegant look and insisted on pockets, even as male designers didn’t see a need for them. Filled with personal drama and industry secrets, this story reveals how Claire McCardell built an empire at a time when women rarely made the upper echelons of business.

This book is a colaberation between human and artificial intellegence. Step into the past — pixel by pixel. Before the fireworks of 1776, the American colonies were already ablaze with ideas, ambition, conflict, and change. American History Before the Revolution is a fast-paced, visually engaging, and story-rich guide to the people, places, and pivotal threads that shaped a nation-in-the-making. Told with clarity, curiosity, and a touch of retro charm, this 8-bit history reader brings colonial America to life for modern minds. Meet dockworkers in New York, Quaker apprentices in ...

This book explores the philosophy of the Confederate Constitution by comparing and contrasting it with the United States Constitution. Some of the differences between the two documents are subtle and others are stark, but the major differences, center on state powers and slavery. For instance, while the framers of the United States Constitution were ashamed of slavery and used euphemisms in place of the term "slave", the authors of the Confederate Constitution proudly used the term no less than ten times. Understanding the philosophy of the Confederate Constitution will allow the reader to ...

A Nation in flames. A passion triumphant. The Civil War. An epic battle that pitted brother against brother, father against son, lover against lover. It all started out so innocently. Bevin Cameron and Reeve Walker had been roommates at the university in Cambridge and had forged a strong friendship. At Harvard they had been just two students who had been able to put the conflict brewing between the North and South aside. Then, deciding to play “Cupid” between his stepsister and best friend, Bevin invited Reeve to spend the summer on his father’s plantation near Richmond, Virginia ...

Noah Hickman’s murder is on the mind of Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas Hart. At his undercover gold panning claim in Mormon Basin, he is freezing. And thinking about his search for evidence – proof – that Dottie and Billy were responsible for the killing. Noah’s old friend Ten Crows (now “Otter” in his freedom) had shared his vision of the killers – perfectly describing the couple – but justice requires more. Other killings in Mormon Basin, spur deeper investigation into the affairs of Dottie and Billy and their bar, boarding house, and prostitution operation. The sheriff of ...

Twenty-three years since Syrie and Noah made their vows before family, friends, and their Cayuse community. The Rafter S – their ranch in Rye Valley, Oregon – has seen them raise six children. Lucreta, adopted by Syrie along the Oregon Trail, ranches with husband Noah Crow, son of Ten Crows, and their children. Theresa, the girl carried on the trail, now single-handedly proves up her own ranch – The Rafter T. Their oldest son, Daniel, is in law school at Harvard, near Syrie’s family. Younger sons, Benjamin and Michael, look after the horses and cattle. Early-teen Abigail is finding ...

On November 29, 1943, as the Allies’ primary leaders met in Tehran, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt described to Soviet leader Joseph Stalin his idea for the organization that would become the United Nations. The American president suggested that the active arm of the organization be “the Four Policemen”: the U.S., USSR, UK, and China. Stalin agreed with much of the framework in principle, but asserted that China likely would not possess the strength after the war to assist.

From its quiet beginnings as a picnic grounds in 1872 to its gradual evolution into an amusement park, Geauga Lake became one of Northeast Ohio's most famous attractions. The story of Geauga Lake take listeners through its entire history—from its dramatic climb in status to become a nationally recognized megapark to its almost inexplicable and rapid decline and demise in 2007. The fascinating story illuminates the changing strategies that different owners brought to the park and captures the many changes that regularly transformed the midway.

Uncover the Secrets Behind America's Most Notorious Bank Heists and Their Lasting Impact on Financial Security! Are you a financial history buff intrigued by the audacious tales of bank robberies that have shaped the landscape of American financial institutions? Do you find yourself pondering how these daring heists have influenced modern security measures and regulations? You're not alone. Many enthusiasts like you are eager to delve into the thrilling world of historical crime and uncover the lessons that still resonate today. In "The History of Robberies and Regulations," you'll embark ...

In the harrowing summer of 1915, valor and horror dance a deadly ballet. Canadian troops, most unaccustomed the horrors of war, endure trial by fire at the Second Battle of Ypres, confronted with a terrifying new weapon. The yellow-green fog of chlorine gas drifts across the battlefield, its insidious tendrils reaching into trenches, choking and blinding unsuspecting soldiers. Despite heavy casualties, they hold their ground, earning the respect of allies and igniting newfound Canadian nationalism. Across the Atlantic, the tranquil lives of Americans are shattered as the Lusitania, renowned...

The Black community is currently at a crossroad of incredible challenges and untapped potential. This book reaches back to honor the legacies of great Black leaders who led intentionally by service and persevered on purpose. From freedom fighters to business pioneers, these powerful stories offer timeless lessons and practical methods of application for today’s leaders. This book is a call to return, not to the past, but to the past principles that made progress possible. It is a reminder that servant leadership is not weakness, but a force we possess to restore, rebuild, and reclaim the ...

Twelfth in the Tales of the Old Wild West series by prolific western author Doyle Trent. In the tradition of the John Wayne classic western films and legendary television series of Gunsmoke and Bonanza. The Wild West. If the elements, rattlers, coyotes, and Indian’s didn’t kill you...the person sitting next to you in the saloon just might...just for the hell of it. This series is presented as self-contained standalone story novels that do not have to be read in any particular order. It gives readers an entertaining glimpse into what individuals from all walks of life encountered as they...

As the relentless churn of the Battle of the Somme continues to stain Europe crimson, the tank emerges from the smoke and mud. This mechanical behemoth, a symbol of the evolving face of warfare, lumbers across the ravaged landscape, promising a potential shift in the agonizing stalemate. Yet, in Canada, the grim realities of the Somme receive only fragmented attention. The air is thick with tension and uncertainty as the nation grapples with a tapestry of home front problems that capture the collective consciousness and demand immediate solutions. From food rationing to labor strikes, ...

The year 1918 stands as a pivotal moment in history as both the culmination of unprecedented global conflict and the dawn of a new era. As the clock strikes 11 on November 11, 1918, a conflict that engulfed the globe for more than four years ceases hostilities. News of the armistice spreads like wildfire, igniting spontaneous and exuberant celebrations throughout the United States and Canada. The streets erupt in a cacophony of cheers, parades and impromptu gatherings as citizens rejoice at the prospect of peace. However, fervent joy is tempered by a stark and terrifying reality. The ...

Historian Thomas D. "Tom" Perry tells the story of his friend David Minter of Ma,rtinsville, Henry County, Virginia, in a life that saw war in Korea, family tragedies and share a military heritage that spans generations of one family in the United States of America. David is an ordinary man, who along with his family gave extraordinary service to this country.

North America stands at the crossroads between duty and detachment amidst the chaos of the Great War. Step into this tumultuous world in A Tale of Two Nations: Canada, U.S. and WWI. Experience history as it unfolded, unfiltered by hindsight, through the lens of contemporary newspapers. This meticulously researched work illuminates developments from 1914 to 1918, offering a dual perspective – one American, one Canadian – to reveal the stark contrasts and surprising parallels in their wartime experiences. Delve into the fevered headlines and heartfelt stories that depicted two pivotal ...

The preamble to the United States Constitution lays out the mission of the Constitution. By briefly looking at each clause of the preamble individually, we can glean insight into the minds of the authors. The preamble states what the authors hoped to accomplish and to avoid. This book is a phrase-by-phrase explanation of the preamble.