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Acknowledgments
The acknowledgments section of the book reflects the author’s profound appreciation for the many individuals, communities, and institutions that contributed to the research, writing, and completion of the project. At the forefront of this gratitude is the Osage Nation, whose members generously shared their histories, personal stories, and cultural insights, which helped bring authenticity and depth to the book’s narrative. The author gives special recognition to individuals such as Margie Burkhart,…-
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Aunt Fancy Speaks
Aunt Fancy Speaks as she reflects on the deepening political tensions that defined December of 1860, focusing on President Buchanan’s handling of South Carolina's secession crisis. With the possibility of South Carolina breaking away from the Union looming large, Buchanan concentrated on drafting his annual message to Congress. William Henry Trescot, a member of South Carolina’s elite, played a significant role in advising Buchanan, providing insights into the region’s grievances and the Southern…-
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Dual Warning
Dual Warning captures the critical days surrounding President-elect Abraham Lincoln’s journey to Washington, D.C. on February 21, amidst mounting threats to his safety. The news of an assassination plot against him had reached the ears of several key figures, with General Winfield Scott acting swiftly on the reports he received from Dorothea Dix, who was connected to the railroad executive Samuel Felton. The threat was deemed credible enough for Scott to call upon the expertise of John A. Kennedy, head…-
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Seward’s Play
Seward’s play on April 1, 1861, involved a private meeting with Justice Campbell, who visited the State Department to discuss Governor Pickens’s telegram about the evacuation of Fort Sumter. In this meeting, Secretary Seward prepared a statement for Campbell, revealing that while President Lincoln might consider supplying Fort Sumter, he would first notify Governor Pickens. This announcement left Campbell startled, as he questioned the implications of Seward's wording, which seemed to suggest a level…-
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A Toast
A Toast marks a pivotal moment in American history, beginning with the ceremony on April 14, 1865, when President Abraham Lincoln’s flag-raising at Fort Sumter symbolized the nation's recovery from the Civil War. This event occurred exactly four years after the fort had fallen under Confederate control, and four years after its evacuation by its original commander, Major Robert Anderson. Despite Anderson's desire for a low-key observance, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton orchestrated a grand public…-
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Chapter 22 focuses on the remarkable and often overlooked story of Claudette Colvin, whose brave actions predated those of Rosa Parks by nine months, yet played a crucial role in the civil rights movement. At just fifteen years old, Claudette was living in Montgomery, Alabama, when she refused to give up her seat to a white woman on a segregated bus in March 1955. This occurred during a school outing, when Claudette, sitting in the section designated for Black passengers, was ordered by a white woman to…-
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Chapter 20: On the Hill
Chapter 20: On the Hill delves into John Lewis's entry into the U.S. House of Representatives, a momentous occasion marking the beginning of his influential political journey. As he and his family, including his wife Lillian and son John-Miles, make their way to Washington for his swearing-in, they bring a celebratory atmosphere to the trip. Aboard Amtrak, Lewis's journey is filled with joy, accompanied by a basket of champagne, jambalaya, and balloons, with friends joining in on the festivities.…-
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“It’s That Crazy Ina Garten!”
It’s That Crazy Ina Garten! In this chapter, the author delves into a transformative period of her life, detailing her move to Washington, DC, to embark on a new chapter while her husband, Jeffrey, pursued his graduate studies. The initial excitement of relocating soon gave way to the reality of transitioning from part-time jobs to a full-time position at the Federal Power Commission, where the repetitive nature of the work quickly took a toll. Although the job was monotonous, lunch breaks provided her…-
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Also by Héctor Tobar
The provided text appears to be a front matter section that lists works by the author Héctor Tobar. It includes titles of both fiction and nonfiction along with links to further details about each book. The section introduces works such as "The Last Great Road Bum," "The Barbarian Nurseries," and "The Tattooed Soldier" for fiction, while the nonfiction section includes "Deep Down Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free" and "Translation Nation:…-
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51. Cybertruck
Cybertruck emerged as one of Tesla’s most ambitious projects, a vehicle that challenged every preconceived notion about what a pickup truck should look like and how it should function. In the late 2010s, while competitors focused on refining conventional designs, Elon Musk sought a radical departure from industry norms, driven by a desire to merge cutting-edge technology with extreme durability. His collaboration with Tesla’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, became an exercise in creative…-
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