Calm in the Face of Adversity
Briton Rivière had a special insight into animals. Born in London, in 1840, he was the son of a…
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Instant Communication
Admiral Robert Peary had become the first man to reach the North Pole. He and his team had…
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Darkness
Just imagine if you were there. Everything seemed bright. But then an eerie darkness descended over…
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The Little Children
As a journalist, Robert Raikes had many opportunities to see conditions in the world. His father…
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Towers and Kingdoms
Louis Sullivan developed a fresh way of approaching architecture. Born on this day in Boston in…
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Backing Words with Actions
As he stood before the crowds at the Minnesota State Fair (on this day in 1901), Vice President…
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Undiscovered Secrets
It was a substance that changed everything. Author Ben Wilson comments that “few other materials…
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God’s Greatness and Glory
After laying out plans for the temple, David led the people in praise. This was a moment to reflect…
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Your Personal Commitment
For David, the temple wasn’t just another project. It represented his relationship with God, and…
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Walk of Faith
John Locke lived during turbulent times. Having studied medicine, Locke brought those analytical…
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