Read a play about the 1911 fire at the Triangle Waist Company and how it led to new laws protecting workers.
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November 19, 2018
PLAYS, WORLD HISTORY
Galileo on Trial
When astronomer Galileo learned about the solar system, he defied the Catholic Church.
November 19, 2018
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
¡Viva la Causa!
Cesar Chavez helped unionize California grape pickers, demanding better conditions for workers.
November 19, 2018
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
Mary Walker’s War
During the Civil War, Mary Walker Edwards became the first female surgeon in the U.S. Army.
November 19, 2018
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
“We Are Americans Too!”
During World War II, more than 110,000 Japanese-Americans were sent to internment camps
November 20, 2017
PLAYS, WORLD HISTORY
The Russian Revolution
In 1917, the Russian people started a rebellion that would change their nation forever.
November 20, 2017
ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS, PLAYS, WORLD HISTORY
Egypt's Last Queen
She was young and bold, but could she save her once-mighty empire?
November 20, 2017
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
Freedom Train!
Harriet Tubman risked her life to lead her people to freedom on the Underground Railroad.
November 20, 2017
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
Attack on Pearl Harbor!
In 1941, a raid on a U.S. naval base in Hawaii changed Americans' minds about fighting in World War II.
February 20, 2017
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
General Washington’s Spectacles
George Washington averts a national crisis during the winter of 1782-83.
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November 23, 2015
U.S. HISTORY, PLAYS
Burr vs. Hamilton
In 1804, an escalating war of words between two of America's leading politicians resulted in duel.
November 23, 2015
PLAYS, WORLD HISTORY
The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler
During World War II, one Polish woman was brave enough to save thousands of lives.
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