The routes of Sir Francis Drake and Thomas Cavendish, two Englishmen who circumnavigated the globe in the 16th century, are shown on this world map, which also features illustrations of Drake's voyage. Zoom in here: https://t.co/nGrRdu3iuf https://t.co/DEPNHdROqC The routes of…
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Washington wasn't quite ready for Bob Marley yet when he played at the U.S. Naval Academy's Halsey Field House in 1973... the crowd of midshipmen seemed to have no interest in reggae. #DCHistory #MDHistory https://t.co/HfCbupjuNQ Washington wasn't quite ready for Bob Marley …
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This map from the tail end of the 19th century depicts American territorial holdings as of 1898. Alaska and Hawaii would remain as territories for another 60 years before being granted statehood. Explore the map here: https://t.co/HlX1pQciox https://t.co/hCkFStWaje This map f…
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May News from the Library of Congress https://t.co/6l66Z3zpGn News from the Library of Congress Live! at the Library, May Heritage Months, New Concerts from the Library of Congress and More “Live! at the Library” Welcomes Evening Visitors, Special Guests Each Thursday Nigh…
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The Green Line Metro faced 20 years of disputes and problems before trains finally started running in 1991. #DCHistory #MDHistory https://t.co/xS9IQGjXBl The Green Line Metro faced 20 years of disputes and problems before trains finally started running in 1991. #DCHistory #M…
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Today in History - May 11 https://t.co/sBWLfjbPCd On May 11, 1858, Minnesota became the 32nd state admitted into the Union. Continue reading. Click here to search Today in History for other historic moments.
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Nina Wang: Bringing Accountability Into Focus via NASA https://t.co/N4WCwFeh0n https://t.co/jtF6nOLJso
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