Ulysses S. Grant and the Memoir That Saved His Family

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Why Shirley Chisolm Reached a Man Who Built His Career on Racism

On this episode of Our American Stories, few figures in twentieth-century American politics stood farther apart than Shirley Chisholm and George Wallace. Chisholm broke barriers as a Black congresswoman and presidential candidate. Wallace became a national symbol of segregation a ...  Show more

Life Before Digital Photos: The Last Days of Kodachrome

On this episode of Our American Stories, before digital photography took over, Kodachrome was one of the most famous color films in the world. Its rich tones and sharp detail made it a favorite among professionals, travelers, and families for generations. But when Kodak stopped m ...  Show more

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