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Famous Personages in Japan
This site includes information about a number of famous people in Japan. Designed by a Japanese college to help people learn about modern Japan.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Maria Tallchief
History for Kids website offers an overview of the life of Maria Tallchief, a proud member of the Osage Indian tribe and prima ballerina for the New York City ballet.
University at Buffalo
A Modern History of Blacks in Mathematics
Biographies of Blacks in mathematics from the 1700s to the present time.
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Texas Black History Preservation Project: William Goyens (1794 856)
A biography of William Goyens, a mixed African American and Cherokee married to a white woman, whose father was a freed slave. Goyens was a Texas businessman who himself participated in the slave trade, and friends with many of the well...
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: Mary Cassatt
A concise biographical sketch that examines the life and contributions of nineteenth century impressionist and Pennsylvania native, Mary Cassatt.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Alabama Department of Archives & History
Separate Halls of Fame as established by the Alabama Legislature. Includes: business; international motorsports, military, press association, Alabama sports, women, teachers, music and much more.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Carl Albert
This biography covers the personal life and career of Oklahoma Democrat, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Rhodes Scholar Carl Albert.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Kate Barnard
This entry contains a personal and professional biography of Oklahoma teacher and politician Kate Barnard.
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Institute for the Preservation of Elevator History: Frank J. Sprague
Biography of Sprague, who is responsible for the development of electric trailways, electric elevators, and a commercial form of the electric motor.
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Business Week: The Richest Dynasty in History? The House of Rothschild
This article is a cover story and book review relating to the rise of the Rothschild family fortune and myths surrounding their wealth.
University of Texas at Austin
Dolph Briscoe Center for American Hist.: Henry B. Gonzalez Voice of the People
An exhibition on the life and accomplishments of Henry B. Gonzalez, a highly respected Congressman from San Antonio, Texas. The exhibit includes a lengthy bibliography, a video, photographs, documents, a section on his interactions with...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Giants of Texas History
From the state of Texas, this page discusses notable Texans who were instrumental in the development of the state, along with links to their biographies.
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The Us50: Connecticut
Provides extensive information regarding Connecticut's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Florida
Presents excellent information regarding Florida's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Hawaii
Presents extensive information regarding Hawaii's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Indiana
Presents excellent information regarding Indiana's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Iowa
Provides key information regarding Iowa's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Maine
Provides key information regarding Maine's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Massachusetts
Features key information regarding Massachusetts history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: New Mexico
Offers comprehensive information regarding New Mexico history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: North Carolina
Presents key information regarding North Carolina history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: North Dakota
Provides complete information regarding North Dakota history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Oklahoma
Features extensive information regarding Oklahoma history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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The Us50: Rhode Island
Presents comprehensive information regarding Rhode Island history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.