Two fascinating stories from World War II. One is about Rose Valland, a French woman who worked as a spy in Nazi-occupied Paris. Her bravery saved thousands of works of art, many of which were returned to the families who originally owned them.
Secondly, the story of German U-boat U-1206 is a doozy. The new toilet onboard was confounding, and it got the th ... Show More
Dec 2024
The handover of the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is a short cut between the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean and plays a huge role in global shipping.The United States had rights to the land surrounding it, known as the canal zone, and also controlled the waterway itself.In 1977, responding to years of Panamanian pro ... Show More
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Oct 2024
James P. Johnson's signature tune for 1920s
Synopsis
On today’s date in 1923, the comedy team of Flournoy Miller and Aubrey Lyles were the star attraction in a new musical called Runnin’ Wild, which opened at the Colonial Theater at Broadway and 62nd Street.
In their day, Miller and Lyles were the African-American equivale ... Show More
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<p>The Danube River Join us today as we wrap up our exploration of notable rivers. This week we learn about the second longest river in Europe, The Danube.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.coolkidfacts.com/famous-rivers/"><u><strong>https://www.coolkidfacts ... Show More
