by Cindy Noonan | Oct 3, 2017 | Underground Railroad Nuggets
Are you a history buff? Do stories about the Underground Railroad peak your interest? http://Visitphilly.com has put together an incredibly easy-to-follow guide to Underground Railroad sites in the city. Areas of interest are clearly summarized. A city map indicates...
by Cindy Noonan | Jul 22, 2016 | Underground Railroad Nuggets
We have heard much about violence against blacks and violence against policemen. We need to hear about the brave people who give their lives selflessly for the sake of justice. In the current climate of racial tension, I am featuring heroes of racial reconciliation...
by Cindy Noonan | Jun 28, 2016 | Underground Railroad Nuggets
Nestled in the historic town of Gettysburg, PA the Dobbin House Tavern invites visitors to dine in its hallowed halls. Waitresses dressed in period costumes serve dishes that resemble 1776 fair, although the menu has been modified to accommodate modern tastes....
by Cindy Noonan | Jun 27, 2016 | Underground Railroad Nuggets, Worldview
Many colorful characters are recorded in America’s history of civil rights for black Americans. I have blogged about some well-known African-Americans who championed civil rights. However, many whites willingly faced persecution from their peers for defending their...
by Cindy Noonan | Mar 20, 2016 | Book Reviews, Underground Railroad Nuggets
I am happy to report that Kirkus Reviews gave this glowing recommendation to Dark Enough to See the Stars: “A story that will bring Civil War history alive for adolescent readers and will make a useful addition to middle school curricula.” The reviewer gives a...
by Cindy Noonan | Mar 11, 2016 | Book Reviews, Underground Railroad Nuggets, Worldview
In a recent blog I mentioned that I would spend time writing about heroes who help close the racial divide. I talked briefly about Bishop Harry Jackson, a modern day champion of racial reconciliation.This week I am taking us back to 1936, the year of the Olympics in...
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