Author : joe bodego

History

The Homestead Act of 1862

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The Homestead Act of 1862 stands as one of the most transformative pieces of legislation in American history, shaping the nation’s westward expansion, agricultural development,...
HistoryPolitics

Andrew Johnson

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Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States, was a complex and polarizing figure whose presidency (1865–1869) was defined by the tumultuous aftermath of...
History

Forty Acres & a Mule

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A Promise Unfulfilled The phrase “forty acres and a mule” is a powerful symbol in American history, representing a fleeting moment of hope for newly...
Civil Rights

Felix Tijerina

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Felix Tijerina (1905–1965) was a Mexican-American businessman, community leader, and advocate for Mexican-American rights, born in Sugar Land, Texas. Raised in a working-class family, Tijerina...