Jane Addams

Jane Addams is one of the most influential and admired women in American history. Her name is synonymous with “Hull House” – one of the first and greatest examples of settlement house social work and community organizing in the USA. … Continue reading

Jane Addams

Jane Addams is widely recognized as one of the most influential and admired women in both Chicago and American history. Her name is synonymous with “Hull House” – one of the groundbreaking and greatest examples of settlement house social work … Continue reading

William Tecumseh Sherman: Conservationist

William Tecumseh Sherman Conservationist

William Tecumseh Sherman – Conservationist If you mention the name William Tecumseh Sherman to anyone with even a nodding memory of American history they will remember his immensely destructive “March to the Sea.” However, few people know that after the … Continue reading

The Ten Greatest American Presidents

The Ten Best American Presidents

The Ten Best American Presidents How do we determine who were the greatest Presidents? One recent poll of the American public disclosed that they believed Bill Clinton is the greatest President of all time! Another recent poll, this one only … Continue reading

The Ten Greatest American Presidents

The Ten Best American Presidents

The Ten Best American Presidents How do we determine who were the greatest Presidents? One recent poll of the American public disclosed that they believed Bill Clinton is the greatest President of all time! Another recent poll, this one only … Continue reading