Rosa Parks was born February 4, 1913, died October 24, 2005. Her full name is Rosa Louise McCauley Parks. She is famous today for her civil rights activism, but mostly for being the black woman who refused to give up …[Continue]
10 Facts About Paul Revere
Paul Revere was a silversmith in the time of the American Revolution. He is remembered as a patriot due to his actions and involvement in that revolution. 1. A messenger Paul Revere is famous for his role as a messenger …[Continue]
10 Facts About Paul Revere
Paul Revere was a silversmith in the time of the American Revolution, and is well remembered for his patriotic actions and involvement in the American Revolution. 1. The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere Probably what most people know him for, …[Continue]
10 Facts About the Parthenon
The Parthenon was built in the 5th century BC by the Athenian Acropolis. It is a temple to the Greek goddess Athena. The Parthenon is currently undergoing a restoration and reconstruction process. Today the Parthenon is recognized as one of …[Continue]
10 Facts About the Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana Purchase was one of the most important land acquisitions ever to be made by the United States and many say that it was what really qualified the U.S. as a preeminent world power and rival of Europe. 1. …[Continue]
About Juan Ponce de Leon
Juan Ponce de Leon was the first European to explore what is now the state of Florida. He was searching for the Fountain of Youth when he happened upon the now state in the United States of America. 1. Shipmate …[Continue]
10 Facts to Know About Juan Ponce de Leon
Juan Ponce de Leon is known for being a daring explorer, who explored Florida, searched for the Fountain of Youth, and had ties to Christopher Columbus. Let’s look at ten reasons his name is still known today. 1. Ties to …[Continue]
10 Facts About John Adams
John Adams was the second president of the United States and was one of the most influential presidents. He was involved with the drafting of the Constitution and played a very important role in the formation of the United States. …[Continue]
