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.
Dave Tabler
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