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The Negro Motorist Green Book, commonly referred to as The Green Book, was published by Victor Green from 1936-1966....
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Women & Girls: Valentina Tereshkova
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Meet VALENTINA TERESHKOVA, the first woman to travel into space. Born March 6, 1937, Tereshkova left school at 16...
Women & Girls: Virginia Randolph
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VIRGINIA RANDOLPH was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, during Reconstruction. She began her education at Baker School, the...
Women & Girls: Badass Filmmaker
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Born in 1879 to German immigrants, LOIS WEBER was the leading female director of the early 20th century. She...
Women & Girls: Khutulun
Jan 02, 2023
KHUTULUN was born in 1260, the youngest and only daughter of the most powerful ruler of Central Asia, Kaidu...
Women & Girls: Maria Orosa
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In this season of celebration, it’s time to give thanks to the women who nourish us. To the foods...
Women & Girls: Sarah Winnemucca
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Known for penning the first English narrative by a Native American woman, SARAH WINNEMUCCA was a multi-lingual advocate for...