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"During the less than 13 years of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s leadership of the modern American Civil Rights Movement, from December 1955 until April 4, 1968, African Americans achieved more genuine progress toward racial equality in America than..."

"Tea in the United States: From the Boston Tea Party to Modern-Day Tea Culture In America, tea initially gained popularity through British settlers, but its cultural significance truly took root after the famous Boston Tea Party of 1773. This prote..."

"What is National Hot Tea Month? National Hot Tea Month is a celebration of one of the world’s oldest and most widely consumed drinks: tea. Recognized every year in January, this month-long celebration invites tea enthusiasts to savor and appreciat..."

"Themes: Sentimental, coming-of-age stories often centered on strong, independent women (Little Women). Louisa May Alcott (born November 29, 1832, in Philadelphia) created relatable, strong female heroines in her 19th-century novels, profoundly im..."

"Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish novelist, poet, and essayist (1850–1894) best known for classic adventure tales and psychological thrillers. His life was defined by chronic poor health, which ironically fueled his passion for travel and writ..."