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The Incredible Story Of General Tom Thumb, The Three-Foot-Tall Sideshow Performer Who Became One Of The 19th-Century’s Biggest Celebrities
General Tom Thumb only stood about three feet, four inches tall. But he made a huge impact during his life as a 19th-century ...
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America’s 19th Century Highway: The River
1827 fusion of art and cartography, A Bird's Eye View of Niagara Falls, likely struck 19th-century viewers as highly imaginative. Private Collection / Smithsonian American Art Museum At the start ...
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Major trade wars since the 19th century
As the world reels from US President Donald Trump's tariffs onslaught, here is a look back at some major trade wars since the 19th century: - 19th century Opium Wars - In the mid-19th century ...
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What’s up with Trump’s fascination with two obscure 19th-century presidents?
“Now apparently we’re building a canal back to the 19th century, since [Trump] also seems to be enamored with canals.” “President Trump is inspired by American icons such as President ...