In the summer of 1967, Detroit experienced one of the worst racially charged civil disturbances in United States history. Years of frustration generated by entrenched and institutionalized racism boiled over late on a hot July night. In an event that has been called a -riot, - -rebellion, - -uprising, - and -insurrection, - thousands of African Americans took to the street for several days of looting, arson, and gunfire. Law enforcement was overwhelmed, and it wasn't until battle-tested federal troops arrived that the city returned to some semblance of normalcy. Fifty years later, native...
In the summer of 1967, Detroit experienced one of the worst racially charged civil disturbances in United States history. Years of frustration gene...
Interpreting Maritime History at Museums and Historic Sites lays the groundwork for keeping this heritage alive in museums and historic sites. It provides the broadest spectrum of discussion and direction for those approaching new installations, projects and programming. Highlights of its wide-range include: -Historic vessels and shipbuilding -Freshwater maritime history, including a focus on regionalism -Maritime archaeology, including shipwrecks -Scientific history, including the environment -Recreational history, including rowing, fishing, racing, and cruising -Lighthouses and lifesaving...
Interpreting Maritime History at Museums and Historic Sites lays the groundwork for keeping this heritage alive in museums and historic sites. It prov...
Interpreting Maritime History at Museums and Historic Sites lays the groundwork for keeping this heritage alive in museums and historic sites. It provides the broadest spectrum of discussion and direction for those approaching new installations, projects and programming. Highlights of its wide-range include: -Historic vessels and shipbuilding -Freshwater maritime history, including a focus on regionalism -Maritime archaeology, including shipwrecks -Scientific history, including the environment -Recreational history, including rowing, fishing, racing, and cruising -Lighthouses and lifesaving...
Interpreting Maritime History at Museums and Historic Sites lays the groundwork for keeping this heritage alive in museums and historic sites. It prov...
