Stories of America’s Past
Welcome to America Comes Alive!, a site I created to share little-known stories of regular people who made a difference and changed the course of history. Look around and see what inspires you! — Kate Kelly
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On April 19, 1897, the first Boston Marathon was run. Marathons became popular after one was held as part of the 1896 Olympics. Afterward, the manager of the US team was inspired to establish the Boston Marathon. April 19, Patriots’ Day, was selected as the date to remember the start of the Revolutionary War. The route began at Metcalf’s Mill in Ashland, Massachusetts, and ended at Boston’s Irvington Street Oval near Copley Square. Fifteen men participated.
Women Leaders
Sacagawea: Only Woman to Accompany the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Bessie Coleman, Early Pilot
Ethel Waters, Blues Singer and Actress
Josephine Baker (1906-1975)
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Welcome to America Comes Alive!, a site I created to share little-known stories of regular people who made a difference and changed the course of history. Look around and see what inspires you! — Kate Kelly