Pauline A. Young, born in 1900, became a pioneering force in education, civil rights, and library sciences in segregated Wilmington, Delaware. She influenced generations through her work at Howard High School and extensive civil rights activism, leaving a lasting legacy.
This essay delves into Fort Miles’ role in WWII and the Cold War, from its initial defense of the Delaware Bay to hunting Nazi U-Boats and monitoring Soviet subs.
The reedbird journeyed from a prized delicacy in 19th-century Delaware to an agricultural pest, ultimately gaining federal protection.
ILC Dover designed the iconic Apollo space suits, embodying years of engineering excellence and ethical responsibility. This Delaware-based firm evolved from a military supplier to a pivotal NASA partner, safeguarding astronauts while remaining largely unsung. The story of ILC is a tribute to hidden innovation.
