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Historical biographies written for kids. Learn the life story and biography of influencial people: US Presidents, World Leaders, Inventors, Women, Artists, Civil Rights heroes.
The population of the United States in 1880 was slightly more than 50 million. In 1900 it was almost 76 million, a gain of more than 50 percent. Much of the population increase was due to millions of immigrants who entered the country during this period. They sought new jobs and new homes in a prosperous land.
Union forces halt Confederates at Battle of Glorieta Pass. Civil War. Discover what happened on March 28 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.
Biographies. Albert Einstein. Amelia Earhart. Mummy Mystery: King Tut. Leonardo da Vinci. Taking Flight With the Wright Brothers. Alexander Hamilton.
Since 1886 the Statue of Liberty has stood in New York Bay as a symbol of the United States. The statue has welcomed millions of people to the country.
A man of many talents, Benjamin Banneker was one of the first distinguished African American scientists and mathematicians. He was also an inventor and a writer.
Thanksgiving is a yearly holiday marked by feasts and family gatherings. The day is celebrated in the United States, Canada, and other countries. It takes place on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States. In Canada it occurs on the second Monday in October. Both countries celebrate Thanksgiving with turkey feasts.