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The Salem Witch Trials of 1692-1693 were by far the largest and most lethal outbreak of witchcraft hysteria in American history. Yet Salem was just one of many incidents during the Great Age of Witch Hunts which took place throughout Europe and her colonies over many centuries. Indeed, by European standards, Salem was not even a large outbreak. But what exactly were the factors that made Salem stand out? #huntinginfographic History Nerd, World History, Family History, History Major, History Websites, Strange History, History Photos, Info Board
The Salem Witch Trials [infographic]
The Salem Witch Trials of 1692-1693 were by far the largest and most lethal outbreak of witchcraft hysteria in American history. Yet Salem was just one of many incidents during the Great Age of Witch Hunts which took place throughout Europe and her colonies over many centuries. Indeed, by European standards, Salem was not even a large outbreak. But what exactly were the factors that made Salem stand out? #huntinginfographic
first black world champ 1899. Marshall "Major" Taylor (1878-1932) was the first African-American cyclist to achieve the level of world champion (1899) and only the second black man to win a world championship in any sport Black History Facts, Black History Month, Fast Bicycles, Marshall Major, Cycling Pictures, Race Around The World, Vintage Cycles, Vintage Bikes, Hidden Figures
first black world champ 1899. Marshall "Major" Taylor (1878-1932) was the first African-American cyclist to achieve the level of world champion (1899) and only the second black man to win a world championship in any sport
Two unidentified soldiers in Union uniforms with cigars in mouths in front of American flag, one in 6th Army of the Potomac forage hatWould a cigar smell the same way today as it would during the Civil War? Yes, The modern cigar and tobacco varieties... Union Soldiers, War Image, America Civil War, Civil War Photos, War Photography, Le Far West, Fantasy Novels
The Civil War Parlor
Two unidentified soldiers in Union uniforms with cigars in mouths in front of American flag, one in 6th Army of the Potomac forage hatWould a cigar smell the same way today as it would during the Civil War? Yes, The modern cigar and tobacco varieties...
This @CourseHero infographic on The Declaration of Independence is both visually stunning and informative! American Literature, English Literature, Classic Literature, American History, Classic Books, Native American, Independence Study, Declaration Of Independence
The Declaration of Independence Study Guide | Course Hero
This @CourseHero infographic on The Declaration of Independence is both visually stunning and informative!
Hattie McDaniel (1895-1952) Radio star and actress, McDaniel was the first African-American woman to win an Academy Award. She won for Best Supporting Actress in 1939 for her portrayal of 'Mammy' in "Gone with the Wind". Black Hollywood, Vintage Hollywood, Hollywood Stars, Classic Hollywood, Hollywood Glamour, Black Actresses, Black Actors, Hollywood Actresses, Classic Posters
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Hattie McDaniel (1895-1952) Radio star and actress, McDaniel was the first African-American woman to win an Academy Award. She won for Best Supporting Actress in 1939 for her portrayal of 'Mammy' in "Gone with the Wind".
American inventor, Thomas Edison, listening to a record in c.1906. ~ {cwlyons} ~ (Image: General Electric/ Tumblr - Original image via: The Library of Congress). Morrissey, Vintage Photographs, Vintage Photos, Music Machine, Thomas Edison, Phonograph, Library Of Congress, Historical Photos, In Black And White
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American inventor, Thomas Edison, listening to a record in c.1906. ~ {cwlyons} ~ (Image: General Electric/ Tumblr - Original image via: The Library of Congress).
Tennis Hall of Famer Althea Gibson in classic Fred Perry History Icon, Women In History, Black History, American Athletes, Female Athletes, Althea Gibson, American Tennis Players, Tennis Champion
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Tennis Hall of Famer Althea Gibson in classic Fred Perry
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Cowboy - ca. 1890 Vintage Pictures, Old Pictures, Vintage Images, Old Photos, Vintage Men, Vintage Beauty, Vintage Life, Handsome Cowboys, Handsome Men
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Cowboy - ca. 1890
"Newsie" 125th St.,. Location: New York, New York (State). Michael Rios, Lewis Hine, Seize The Days, I Love My Son, Positive Images, Child Labor, Newsies, Jersey City
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"Newsie" 125th St.,. Location: New York, New York (State).
Chicago North Line rail accident between Harrison Street and Wabash Avenue on May 24, 1953 | (2) Old Pics Archive (@oldpicsarchive) | Twitter Train Pictures, Baby Pictures, Rare Historical Photos, Last Ride, U Bahn, Old Trains, Downtown Chicago
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Chicago North Line rail accident between Harrison Street and Wabash Avenue on May 24, 1953 | (2) Old Pics Archive (@oldpicsarchive) | Twitter
Joseph Winters was important to the safety of people who live in cities. On May 7, 1878, the fire escape ladder was patented by Joseph Winters. Joseph Winters invented a wagon-mounted fire escape ladder for theJoseph Winters was important to the safety of people who live in cities. On May 7, 1878, the fire escape ladder was patented by Joseph Winters. Joseph Winters invented a wagon-mounted fire escape ladder for the city of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Joseph Winters was born in 1816 in Virginia Us History, African American Inventors, African American History, Muhammad Ali Poster, Freedom Riders, Chambersburg Pennsylvania, Chambersburg Pa
Joseph Winters was important to the safety of people who live in cities. On May 7, 1878, the fire escape ladder was patented by Joseph Winters. Joseph Winters invented a wagon-mounted fire escape ladder for theJoseph Winters was important to the safety of people who live in cities. On May 7, 1878, the fire escape ladder was patented by Joseph Winters. Joseph Winters invented a wagon-mounted fire escape ladder for the city of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Joseph Winters was born in 1816 in Virginia