The Great Lakes are remarkable. Containing approximately 20% of the world’s fresh surface water—in the neighborhood of six quadrillion gallons—millions of people across Canada and the United States depend on them for their livelihood. But once you dive beneath the surface-level facts—five lakes, enormous volumes of freshwater, and a longer contiguous coastline than either the … Read more
Known for his powerful home runs and larger-than-life persona, Babe Ruth is one of the most iconic figures in American sports history. Gale In Context: High School lets students examine the real-life person behind the legend, including his early challenges, historic achievements, and cultural influence. Our database places Ruth in a broader historical context with … Read more
Madam C.J. Walker once said, “I got my start by giving myself a start.” As America’s first African American woman millionaire, Walker had a keen eye for opportunity and a heart for helping other women succeed and achieve greater professional mobility. Born in 1867 to formerly enslaved sharecroppers two days before Christmas in Delta, Louisiana, Walker (born … Read more