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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Mary Todd Lincoln Has Long Been Derided. Is Her Reputation Salvageable?

Mary Todd Lincoln’s reputation for hysteria and extravagance persists despite refutations, while her resilience and political influence are emphasized through renewed biography.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

The turbulent history of US-Cuban relations

In 1820, Thomas Jefferson declared that his country should seize the first opportunity to annex Cuba, reflecting early American expansionist ambitions.
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