A Comprehensive Look at The Crimean War (1854-56)
Read how the Crimean War started as an argument over holy ground and was characterized by inept commanding by the…
Nancy Vawter
Nancy Vawter has been a reporter and writer since shortly after her graduation from the University of Arizona. She spent seven years with the New York Post, working as a national feature writer in New York. She later taught journalism as an assistant professor at American University in Washington.
History Of 19Th Amendment – Voting Equality For Women
Overview of the women’s movement to gain the right to vote in the United States from the mid-1800’s to the…
The Remarkable Story of Antony Van Leeuwenhoek
Biography of Antony van Leeuwenhoek, discoverer of microbes and the first to describe spermatozoa. Antony van Leeuwenhoek (pronounced Layu-wen-hook) was…
Antoni Gaudi’s Artistic Journey and Lasting Legacy
In the pantheon of architectural legends, Antoni Gaudi stands as a figure of immense creativity, distinct style, and enduring influence.…
Fun Facts about the American Rodeo
In any worthwhile American phrase book, you should be able to find “This ain’t my first rodeo.” It means, “I’ve…
How to Renounce Your American Citizenship
The American dream paints a vibrant picture of opportunity, freedom, and prosperity for some. The reality may diverge for others,…
Valentine’s Day Massacre and the fall of Al Capone
Valentine’s Day is a minor holiday in the US (the banks and the government are open for business) that celebrates…