Edward Teller The Hungarian-born American nuclear physicist participated in the production of the first atomic bomb and led the development of the world’s first thermonuclear weapon, the hydrogen bomb.
American Civil Rights Movement Clayborne Carson, director of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Research and Education Institute, traces the history of one of the most successful protest movements of the 20th century.
Grand Teton National Park A spectacular glaciated mountain region in Wyoming, U.S., this park encompasses much of the Teton Range and is renowned for its hiking trails and climbing routes.
Modern Dance This genre of theatrical dance was pioneered by legends such as Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham, and Merce Cunningham.
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