'Engines of Change' tells story of cars in America - New York Daily News

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'Engines of Change' tells story of cars in America New York Daily News In his new book, “Engines of Change: A History of the American Dream in Fifteen Cars,” Paul Ingrassia reflects on America's history through the rear view mirrors of 15 iconic automobiles. The former Detroit bureau chief for The Wall Street Journal has ... and more »

American History Myths Debunked: Columbus Discovered America - Indian Country Today Media Network.com

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American History Myths Debunked: Columbus Discovered America Indian Country Today Media Network.com What I desire particularly to emphasize at this point is the fact that Leif Erikson was the first European and the first Christian who planted his feet on American soil and, as such, he deserves a conspicuous place in the history of our country. and more »

Railroads' history is among us - Lincoln Journal Star

Railroads' history is among us Lincoln Journal Star Both have written recently published books on the people and organizations that make this industry's history as lively as any in America. Thomas runs the UNL digital history project "Railroads and the Making of Modern America.

Tax History: Why US Pursues Citizens Overseas - Wall Street Journal (blog)

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Tax History: Why US Pursues Citizens Overseas Wall Street Journal (blog) gestures during a news conference blasting Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin's remouncing of his US citizenship. The US is the only country that taxes its citizens on their world-wide income, no matter where they live. OK, there's also Eritrea. The Folly Of Eduardo SaverinForbes all 737 news articles »

Today in History - ABC News

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Today in History ABC News In 1939, regular trans-Atlantic mail service began as a Pan American Airways plane, the Yankee Clipper, took off from Port Washington, NY, bound for Marseille, France. In 1942, during World War II, the Office of Civilian Defense was established. Today in History, May 20, 2012Progress Index all 17 news articles »