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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Benjamin Hawkins
Benjamin Hawkins is featured in this brief biography highlighting his work on behalf of the U.S. government in working with the Southeastern Indians from 1796-1816.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Arts and Literature: Harper Lee
A biographical portrait of Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: Vincent " Bo" Jackson
Biographical profile makes note of the life and triumphs of Alabama native and Heisman trophy winner, Vincent "Bo" Jackson.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Government & Politics: Condoleeza Rice
This brief biography highlights Condoleeza Rice's distinguished career in politics.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Arts & Literature: Alabama Literature
Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the history of literature in Alabama and how its writers have contributed to both American and world literature.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: John Heisman
Biographical overview of the life and career of legendary football coach John Heisman, for whom the Heisman Trophy was named.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: History: World War I and Alabama
Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the economic, political, and social problems Alabama endured during World War I.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Ozzie Smith
Ozzie Smith is featured in this brief biography highlighting his career as a Hall of Fame major league baseball player for the St.Louis Cardinals.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Paul William "Bear" Bryant
Paul "Bear" Bryant is featured in this biographical account highlighting his career as one of the most successful college football coaches in history mostly at the University of Alabama.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: Willie Mays
Illustrated biographical profile of Alabama native Willie Mays, baseball Hall of Famer.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Charles Barkley
Charles Barkley is featured in this biographical essay highlighting his Hall of Fame career as an NBA basketball player.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports & Recreation: Mel Allen
Biographical overview of the life and career of legendary sportscaster for the New York Yankees, Mel Allen.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: History: William Bartram
Biographical profile makes note of the life and career of environmental literature author, William Bartram.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: Joe Namath
The Encyclopedia of Alabama offers a biographical profile of football legend, Joe Namath.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: Jesse Owens: Raciing
Photograph of Jesse Owens, racing.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: State Capitol at Cahaba
A sketch of the first Alabama stae capitol, in Cahaba, Alabama
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: William Wyatt Bibb
Portrait of William Wyatt Bibb, first governor of Alabama
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Blockade Running in the Civil War
The Confederacy's tactics of blockade runners in the Civil War are explained in this brief report.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: George C. Wallace (1963 67, 1971 75, 1983 87)
This biography features George C. Wallace, who held Alabama's governor's seat for four terms between 1963-87.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Blockade Running in the Civil War
The Confederacy's tactics of blockade runners in the Civil War are explained in this brief report.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Mahala Ashley Dickerson
Mahala Ashley Dickerson is featured in this brief biography as the first black woman attorney permitted to join the Alabama and Alaska bar associations.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Battle of Mobile Bay
The Battle of Mobile Bay, one of the last naval battles during the Civil War, is featured in this brief overview.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Selma to Montgomery March
One of the most famous events in Civil Rights history.