Visual Arts Story Briefs

What does it mean when we say "art is in the eye of the beholder?" How have artists' subjects changed over the centuries? This collection features diverse art forms (from ancient mosaics to modern cubism).

Although Etruscans lived in Italy, for many years, people in today's world know very little about them.

The battle at Stony Point, which took place in July of 1779, was (according to the National Park Service) "the last military action of importance in t...

Vincent Van Gogh found beauty in life. Through his paintings, he hoped to share this idea with others.

Rick Smiths unit had a motto on the 30th of October, 1991:These things we do, that others may live.

Ted Kennedy gave the eulogy for his brother, Bobby, at the St.

The Temple of Artemis (Diana), at Ephesus, went through many different versions. One of the last versions became a Wonder of the Ancient World.

For the 19th Amendment to become law - and give American women the right to vote - it needed the support of 36 states.

The coast of Normandy, at the area of Omaha Beach, is not exactly perfect for landing a large-scale invasion force.

The Ancient Olympics included equestrian events, beginning circa 680 B.

This painting - which Vincent van Gogh created during June of 1890 - is referenced in Hunters of Dune, by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson.

This image depicts a vase on which an ancient Greek artist has created the story of Hippodameia and Pelops.

The body of "Bloody Bill" Anderson, depicted with revolver-in-hand.

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