The History of Mass Media in America
Mass Media incorporates all those mediums through which information is distributed to the masses. These include advertisements, magazines, newspapers, radio,…
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.
The Battle Of The Boyne
The battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland in 1690 between two kings, James II and William of Orange,…
Howard Zinn: A Peoples History of The US
Howard Zinn, the “people’s” historian and social activist, was born on August 24, 1922, in Brooklyn, New York, the son…
What is The Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920
What is the Mexican Revolution? An important period in Mexico’s history; learn about how the revolution began, its effects, and…
Biography of Mary Tudor: Beyond “Bloody Mary”
In the tapestry of English history, few figures are as controversial and misunderstood as Mary Tudor. Often remembered by the…
What Were The Causes of The Cold War?
In the annals of history, the Cold War stands out as a period of intense rivalry that shaped the world…
A Really Brief History of Pipe Smoking
The art of pipe smoking, a practice steeped in history and tradition, has traversed centuries and cultures, evolving into a…
Civil Rights History: The 1961 Freedom Rides
In the spirit of the American Civil Rights Movement, a pivotal series of events unfolded that would forever change the…
The Watergate Scandal: A Turning Point in American History
Imagine a scandal so big that it leads to the only resignation of a U.S. President in history. That’s what…
The Montgomery Bus Boycott’s Role in Civil Rights Movement
On December 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on…