Cultural Clash Over Delaware’s Arts Funding
The public feud between Craig Gilborn and Otto Dekom in late ’60s and ’70s Delaware reveals larger debates on federal arts funding and the tension between local and national artistic influence.
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Delaware Schools as a Crucible for Educational Justice
Delaware’s schools serve as a critical stage for the nation’s ongoing battles over educational inequality and segregation. This article traces the state’s fraught history, from Plessy v. Ferguson to groundbreaking cases that laid the foundation for the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling.
Delaware’s Leap in Medical Imaging
Delaware’s healthcare system pioneers in adopting advanced imaging technologies, driven by unique demographics and robust research institutes.
Delaware’s Rise as a Tourism Promoter
Delaware’s strategic pivot in late 20th-century tourism led to robust growth, overcoming challenges like lack of major airports and family attractions.
Delaware’s Anabaptists Balance Tradition and Modern Challenges
Delaware’s Anabaptist groups like the Amish and Mennonites skillfully balance age-old traditions with modern hurdles such as rising land prices.
Sergeant Nelson’s Last Stand in North Africa
Sgt. William Lloyd Nelson’s valor on a Tunisian hill helped turn the tide of WWII in North Africa, ultimately earning him the Medal of Honor.
‘Travel’ book award from Paris Book Festival 2023
Thrilled to announce “Delaware Before the Railroads” won the ‘Travel’ category at the 2023 Paris Book Festival! Truly an honor.
Sergeant Connor’s Grit Shaped History
Discover the remarkable story of James Phillip Connor, a WWII hero who defied all odds in Operation Dragoon to change the course of history.
Nanticoke Pow Wows’ Rise, Fall, and Rebirth in Delaware
The Nanticoke Indians in Delaware navigate a century of cultural preservation through pow wows, enduring war and societal changes.
Martha Bachman, Vocational Education Trailblazer
In a life defined by educational advocacy and a spirit of volunteerism, Martha G. Bachman was not one to sit on the sidelines. “When I first started making suggestions to educators about ways to improve… Read More »Martha Bachman, Vocational Education Trailblazer
Delaware’s Housing Policies and the Legacy of Inequality
The complex history of U.S. and Delaware housing policies often perpetuated racial discrimination and economic inequality. Tracing initiatives from the 1930s to the Civil Rights era, the article scrutinizes their mixed impacts.
Turning the Tide for Delaware Bay
The Delaware Bay balances ecological health and human economy. Despite legislative gains, urgent action is needed to protect its future.
Hispanic Surge Transforms Traditional Sussex County Landscape
A significant increase in Sussex County’s Hispanic population has led to transformative changes in the community, legal landscape, and policy discussions.
How Nylon Reshaped Seaford’s Economy
In Seaford, Delaware, DuPont’s nylon plant transformed the local economy and became a key asset in World War II, setting a global standard.
The Birth of America’s First Study Abroad Program
Explore the origins of America’s first study abroad program, initiated by Raymond Kirkbride at the University of Delaware in 1923. Learn how his World War I service influenced a vision that transformed higher education and set a precedent for future programs.
“I’m damn mad at any injustice!”
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.
How Dover Dressed Neil Armstrong for his Lunar Leap
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.
Spoon Tycoon’s Doom: A Tale of Ambition and Betrayal
Clarence Welch rose in the spoon industry, faced betrayal and legal battles, nearly met doom, and ultimately reinvented himself.
From Acorns to Oak: The Women Who Built Seaford’s Free Library
Acorn Club’s women fostered community growth in Delaware, founding Seaford’s Library from modest beginnings to 1,200 volumes by 1932.
The Unseen Warriors: Women of the Bethlehem Loading Plant
Women at WWI’s Bethlehem Loading Plant became Canary Girls due to tetryl exposure; their sacrifices symbolize the vital female war effort.
Delaware’s Artistic Legacy: The Federal Art Project
The Federal Art Project in Delaware in 1939 fueled cultural growth but faced challenges due to funding reforms.
Shadows of Deception: The Dark Alleys of Lonely-Hearts Clubs
20th-century Lonely-Hearts clubs: beacon for love seekers, shadowed by deceit, culminating in Brennan’s chilling treachery.
Pumpkins Gone Wild: The Splashy Spectacle of Delaware’s Airborne Gourds!
In 1986, Delaware’s Punkin Chunkin contest began from a simple debate between two locals, gaining massive popularity over the years. Contestants, using machines like trebuchets, hurled pumpkins to clinch titles. The event faced challenges, including lawsuits and venue changes, but remains a symbol of community spirit, resilience, and tradition.