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Dr Heather Munro of Canberra, a.c.t.
A broad selection of images featuring women in history can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
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Christina Stead
A broad selection of images featuring women in history can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
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Dame Nellie Melba [Picture] /
A broad selection of images featuring women in history can be found on this site by Picture Australia. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs as well as a brief description.
University of Richmond
University of Richmond: History Engine: Maggie L. Walker
This brief biography of Maggie L. Walker outlines her rise to success as the first African American bank owner in the United States.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Maggie L. Walker
Maggie Lena Walker was an entrepreneur and the first female bank president in the United States. Find out about the personal life and many impressive career firsts of this African American teacher and businesswoman.
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Maryland Public Schools: Maggie L. Walker History Lesson Plan [Pdf]
With this lesson plan, young scholars will learn about the life of African American teacher and entrepreneur Maggie L. Walker, the woman to own a bank in the United States. This document includes teacher resources, student resources and...
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National Park Service: Historic Site: Maggie L. Walker Home and Museum
Learn about the remarkable life and career of Maggie L. Walker, an African American teacher and successful business woman. Also includes a gallery of personal photographs, an online tour Walker's home and information about her work as a...
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Art in the Picture an Introduction to Art History
Get to know some of the most well known names, paintings, styles, and museums within the world of art. Perfect for any art enthusiast or art student. Don't miss this fantastic art history site that even includes an art video of the week!
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame
The Canada Science and Technology Museum pays tribute to Canadian scientists and innovators in its Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame. Learn more about individual Hall of Fame members by clicking on their names. Among these...
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The History Makers
Thehistorymakers.com features the stories of African Americans who have succeeded and made achievements in the areas of art, business, education, law, politics, science, religion, and sports. There is a great timeline of African American...
NASA
Nasa: Astronaut Biography: Sally K. Ride
Sally K. Ride, native Californian, is featured in this biography. Ride is known for being a woman pioneer in the U.S. Space program, but she has been a strong supporter of STEM education for girls and young women as well.
White Pine Pictures
White Pine Pictures: The Reluctant Politician: The Story of Irene Parlby
Irene Parlby, one of the Famous Five, came to politics reluctantly but determined to fight for the betterment of the lives of women and children on Alberta's farms. She fought to get them proper education, medical and dental care and...
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Fly Girls: Jackie Cochran
This site provides a detailed biography of the famous female aviator, Jackie Cochran.
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Milwaukee Public Television: The Making of Milwaukee: Historical Figures
Some of the men and women who have been important figures in the history of Milwaukee are profiled here. Read about early political leaders, individuals who helped develop Milwaukee's urban infrastructures and businesses, and women who...
Bryn Mawr College
Prisoner of History: Aspasia of Miletus
A book review of Madeleine Henry's biography of Aspasia. The reviewer presents an overview of Aspasia's life and examines some of the controversy surrounding the famous "courtesan" of fifth century Athens.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: A Garland for Girls by Louisa May Alcott
This is the full text of the collection of short stories A Garland for Girls by Louisa May Alcott; her final publication includes seven short stories. She is most famous for her novel Little Women.
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Heroes
This site provides links to individual Ancient Greek heroes including famous ones like Heracles and Jason, Kings and Founders, Extraordinary Women, Olympic heroes, and others.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Dorothy Arzner
Dorothy Arzner was one of the very few women who established a name for herself as a director in the film industry of the 1920s and '30s. She is known for the film "The Wild Party" among others. Read about her many films throughout her...
The National Gallery (UK)
National Gallery, London: The Real Madame De Pompadour
This famous portrait of Madame de Pompadour proudly sits in the National Gallery in London. But who was this woman? The truth is told in this collection feature.
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California Museum
The California Museum tells the history of California through the stories of the men and women and the events that have shaped and that are continuing to shape its history.
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California Museum
The California Museum tells the history of California through the stories of the men and women and the events that have shaped and that are continuing to shape its history.
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The Vel Phillips Foundation: Vel Phillips' March
The Vel Phillips Foundation is dedicated to the example of Vel Phillips, an African-American civil rights leader in Milwaukee. She championed the rights of women and minorities in her roles as a judge, a city councillor and later a...
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American Mathematical Society: Vera Pless
As a way to encourage other women, Vera Pless offers her story on the obstacles she faced as she worked to become a mathematician.
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Awm: Julia Bowman Robinson
The Association for Women in Mathematics pays tribute to Julia Robinson (1919-1985 CE). The accomplishments and challenges she faced in a field dominated by men are included along with quotes from a tribute written after her death.
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