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Phelps Hall along College Street in Yale's Old Campus.

Yale University - Educational Institutions Around the World

One of the top universities in the world in numerous courses of study, Yale has educated numerous U.S. leaders and brilliant minds in a variety of fields.

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Continental Army General George Washington accepts British General Charles Cornwallis's surrender, following the 1781 Siege of Yorktown

The Battle of Yorktown: The American Revolutionary War

During this momentous siege, the Continental Army backed by the French destroyed Britain's last hopes of victory.

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An 1852 depiction of British General John Burgoyne at the end of the battles of Saratoga surrendering to the Continental American forces.

The Battle of Saratoga: The American Revolutionary War

Despite previous battles, Saratoga was perhaps the most important turning point in the fight for American independence.

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A plaque commemorating the victory at Harlem Heights 185 years after its original occurrence.

The Battle of Harlem Heights: The American Revolutionary War

Despite being Washington's first major victory in this war, subsequent changes left the Continental army vulnerable.

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William Washington, the second cousin of George Washington, was one of the officers who helped win this battle in the Carolinas for the Continental Army.

The Battle of Cowpens: The American Revolutionary War

Early in 1781, this Continental Army victory increased the revolutionaries' position in the Southern Campaign.

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George Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware River was the first of a series of surprise attacks which brought the Continental Army to victory at Trenton.

The Battle of Trenton: The American Revolutionary War

A decisive victory for the Continental Army, Trenton boosted morale and spurred enlistment throughout the colonies.

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The mere fact that the Continental Army fought on equal terms with the British despite having half their troops caused this battle to be a boost in moral regardless of its outcome.

The Battle of White Plains: The American Revolutionary War

Though a British victory, the Continental Army was still able to regroup and strengthen their forces after this battle.

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Henry Knox returning to the camp of the Continental Army with the weapons and artillery he secured from the successful capture of Fort Ticonderoga.

The Capture of Fort Ticonderoga: The American Revolutionary War

Ethan Allen and his Vermont "Green Mountain Boys" militia worked alongside Benedict Arnold in this Continental victory.

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The tactical brilliance of General George Washington, now nicknamed "The Fox" by the British, allowed him to secure this next victory for the Continental American Army.

The Battle of Princeton: The American Revolutionary War

With the second New Jersey victory in a matter of weeks, beliefs in a possible Continental victory over the British grew

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The fur pattern and color of the Desert Cottontail blends in quite nicely with the terrain of their native habitats.

Desert Cottontail Facts: Animals of North America

The desert cottontail looks very similar to the eastern cottontail but is smaller and paler.

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Ravens are adept at finding the food they need to survive, whether through hunting, scavenging, or even teamwork.

Common Raven Facts: Animals of Europe

An incredibly intelligent and adaptable bird, ravens have managed to survive just about every climate and threat pitted against them.

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Uncovered frame of a wickiup, similar to the ones the Chemehuevi traditionally lived in.

The Chemehuevi - Native Peoples of North America

A highly endangered native American people, the language and culture of these people of the Mojave Desert and Colorado River are under serious threat today.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Alexander the Great depicted at the Battle of Issus against Darius III of Persia in 333 BC, as part of a larger Roman floor mosaic dating from around 100 BC.

Alexander the Great - World Leaders in History

Perhaps the best known imperial conqueror in history, this Macedonian Emperor was a tactical genius who founded twenty cities.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Copper and bronze monument honoring Lester B. Pearson in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Lester B. Pearson, Prime Minister of Canada - World Leaders in History

In his lifetime, the 14th Prime Minister of Canada had also served in WWI, been an exceptional athlete, won a Nobel Peace Prize, and gave Canada a new national flag.

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