VOA - People In America
Biographies of influential Americans in history, politics, science, business, sports & entertainment Image courtesy of Rennett Stowe (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomsaint/2525886032/) Some right reserved (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/deed.it)
Created: July 1, 2009, Parts: 4
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Shared Lesssons: 4
| Title and Description | Time | Level | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|
Charlie Parker,1920-1955: His Music Influenced Jazz During his Lifetime and Even Today02 May 2009 Image Courtesy of cambodia4kidsorg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cambodia4kidsorg/77292 |
15:34 | Intermediate 1 | |
Jesse Owens, 1913- 1980: He Was Once the World's Fastest RunnerHe was the first American in the history of Olympic track and field events to win four gold medals i |
15:43 | Intermediate 2 | |
Bessie Coleman, 1892-1926: She Dared to Dream and Became the First African American Female PilotShe believed that the air is the only place where everyone is free. Transcript of radio broadcast: |
15:40 | Intermediate 2 | |
Mae West, 1893-1980: The Wild Woman of Film and StageMae West, 1893-1980: The Wild Woman of Film and Stage Her rich voice and sexy jokes made her an imp |
15:33 | Intermediate 2 |
