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The Rise and Fall of Alexandria: Birthplace of the Modern Mind
Founded by Alexander the Great and built by Greek pharaohs, the city of Alexandria at its height dwarfed both Athens and Rome. It was the marvel of its age--legendary for its vast palaces, safe harbors, and magnificent lighthouse. But it was most…
The Early Greek Concept of the Soul
"Bremmer's goal is to present a picture of the historical development of beliefs regarding the soul in ancient Greece. He begins with the archaic age and Homeric epics, where the psyche is a 'free' soul which belongs to an individual and can leave…
Telegram from Val Coleman to Hal Brown, August 31, 1964
Telegram from Val Coleman, Community Relations Officer for the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), sharing information regarding Dick Gregory's visit to San Diego.
Telegram from Lionel Van Deerlin to Harold Brown, February 7, 1964
Congressman Lionel Van Deerlin's written confirmation that he is supporting the Civil Rights Bill in the House of Representatives.
Telegram from James Farmer to Harold Brown, February 5, 1964
Telegram from the Congress of Racial Equality's director, James Farmer, encouraging Harold Brown to communicate with his local representatives about the importance of the Civil Rights Bill.
Telegram from James Farmer to Harold Brown, April 9, 1965
Telegram relaying information about events in Bogalusa, Louisiana and encouraging Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) chapters to protest in their cities. The message shares that hundreds of KKK members interrupted the protests in Bogalusa and…