Congressman John Lewis Leaves Lessons
John Lewis was a remarkable man, a Congressman from Georgia and a long-time, front-line civil rights leader. His moral leadership will be missed now that he’s gone. Since he was …
Heroes & Trailblazers
Be inspired by fascinating men and women whose drive and determination transformed our country and our lives.
Gas Station to Gas Empire: Gilmore
In the 1870s, Arthur Gilmore and Julius Carter first met in Southern California where they were both prospecting for gold. As it became clear that their “get rich quick” plan …
Eugene Bullard, First Black Military Pilot
Eugene Bullard was the world’s first black military pilot, but he didn’t fly for his own country. He was born in the United States–Columbus, Georgia–in 1895 and fought for France …
Cherry Trees Brought to D.C. By Helen Taft
The cherry blossom trees that bloom so beautifully along the Potomac in Washington, D.C. are a huge and very deserving tourist attraction each spring. The story of these trees is …
President Taft’s Cow
When President Taft took office, Mrs. Taft insisted they buy a cow to be kept at the White House. She knew that Washington, D.C. did not have dairies nearby. Her …
What Was the U.S. Bracero Program?
The Bracero Program was a guest worker program begun in a partnership between the United States and Mexico on August 4, 1942. It was a vital part of the development …
