Alison Behnke

In the United States, racial profiling affects thousands of Americans every day. Both individuals and institutions such as law enforcement agencies, government bodies, and schools routinely use race or ethnicity as grounds for suspecting someone of an offense. Explores the history, the many manifestations, and the consequences of this form of social injustice.

An introduction to the duties and daily life of fire fighters.

Looks at the different modes of dress in America in the mid twentieth century, from every day clothes to high fashion.

Profiles American fashion between the 1930s and 1950s, highlighting the trends that were most popular during these years. Discusses how political and societal issues of the era influenced clothing styles and manufacturing and features black-and-white photographs throughout.

An introduction to Cuban cooking featuring traditional recipes for yucca with garlic sauce, creole chicken, mango and papaya milkshake. Also includes information on the history, geography, customs, and people of this Caribbean island nation.

With his brilliant military tactics, Alexander took over lands including modern-day Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India. Although he lived only thirty-three years, Alexander and his armies spread Greek culture and customs to these conquered lands, joining Western and Eastern ideas to produce a new culture called Hellenism, which influenced the ancient world for centuries to come.

See how land conflicts erupted into violence between the United States and Mexico. Track the events and turning points that led to the Mexican-American War, and learn how the aftermath shaped the western expansion of the United States.