Biographies Documents

We may know about a famous person's accomplishments, but what do we know about THEM? What is the human-interest story in THEIR lives? This biography collection features the stories behind the lives of some famous (and not-so-famous) individuals.

Image of General Washington's letter to General Clinton concerning John Andre. Click on the image for a better view.  

Image of the second page of General Washington's letter to General Clinton concerning John Andre. Click on the image for a better view.

Wilberforce's diary, of 1785, reveals that he struggled with the thought of talking with John Newton: 30 November    ...

Working Girls Beware by Nellie Bly. Article that appeared in The World newspaper.

Image of the record documenting the appointment and oath of office of Wyatt Earp, on July 27, 1880, as Deputy Sheriff of Pima County.  Among oth...

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