In the early 20th century, J. C. Leyendecker rose to prominence as an illustrator whose work was seen everywhere from soap advertisements to the cover of the "Saturday Evening Post." His drawings ...

In the novel, E.L. Doctorow makes characters out of J. Pierpont Morgan, Emma Goldman, Booker T. Washington and others, sometimes hewing to the historical record and sometimes going his own way.

While the concept of a daily school meal wasn't fully established in the early 20th century, the seeds were being sown. Concerns about malnourishment among poor children led to some early initiatives.

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Early 20th-Century Painters Took a Radical Approach to Color. ... Daughters of the American Revolution and the Litchfield Female Academy, Connecticut, where she lived for most of her life. ...

OHIO, USA — Unless you’re a big fan of early 20th century waltzes or are a fan of Ohio college marching bands, it’s probable you’ve never heard Ohio’s official state song (not to be ...

Painting Dinosaurs, early 20th century. Charles R. Knight’s illustrations shaped the public’s view of prehistoric life. Written by Diana Kwon. Diana Kwon. Diana is a freelance science journalist who ...

Leon Busy's photographs provide a unique window into early 20th century Vietnam, capturing daily life, cultural festivities, and significant landmarks in stunning detail. These rare color images ...

The Gulf Air Trailer Park in Fort Myers Beach remained a popular destination for travelers and residents through the late 20th century. During the early 1900s, many Black residents lived in the ...