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John Carlyle HERBERT, Congress, MD (1775-1846)

HERBERT, John Carlyle, a Representative from Maryland; born in Alexandria, Va., August 16, 1775; received private instruction and was graduated from St. John’s College, Annapolis, Md., in…

Women's History Month Features for Kids

Women's History Month is observed every March in the United States. Learn about the history of Women's History Month, read biographies of famous women, try our quizzes and crosswords,…

Women Leaders—Women's History Month

Women's History Month is observed every March in the United States. Learn about the history of Women's History Month, read biographies of famous women, try our quizzes and crosswords,…

Quizzes—Women's History Month

Women's History Month is observed every March in the United States. Learn about the history of Women's History Month, read biographies of famous women, try our quizzes and crosswords, find stats…

Alvin Peterson HOVEY, Congress, IN (1821-1891)

HOVEY, Alvin Peterson, a Representative from Indiana; born near Mount Vernon, Posey County, Ind., September 6, 1821; attended the common schools of Mount Vernon; studied law; was admitted to…

Jacob THOMPSON, Congress, MS (1810-1885)

THOMPSON, Jacob, a Representative from Mississippi; born in Leasburg, Caswell County, N.C., May 15, 1810; attended the public schools and Bingham Academy in Orange County; was graduated from…

Levi ANKENY, Congress, WA (1844-1921)

Senate Years of Service: 1903-1909Party: RepublicanANKENY, Levi, a Senator from Washington; born near St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Mo., August 1, 1844; crossed the plains to Oregon in 1850…

Adam John GLOSSBRENNER, Congress, PA (1810-1889)

GLOSSBRENNER, Adam John, a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Hagerstown, Washington County, Md., August 31, 1810; learned the art of printing; publisher of the Western Telegraph in…