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Ruby Dee, 1922-2014. Known for American Gangster, A Raisin In The Sun and Do The Right Thing. Julie Andrews, b. 1935. Known for The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins and The Princess Diaries. Ellen Burstyn ...

They say beauty lies in the eye of the beholder—and what’s considered beautiful has changed through the years. Still, a group of internet users voted on who they believe are the most stunning famous ...

For nearly 50 years now, the country has been celebrating Women's History Month. Established in 1978 as a local "Women's History Week" celebration in Santa Rosa, California, the movement spread across ...

International Women’s Month in March celebrates the contributions and achievements of women throughout history who have done much to shape our world. Over the years, women have contributed to ...

For centuries, women faced seemingly insurmountable barriers to entering medicine and science, and were relegated to roles as caregivers rather than recognized as physicians and surgeons. Historically ...

Booklet, with an image on front in blue and black of a seated woman holding a fan. Contents include descriptions of historical figures as well as advertisements and testimonials for Lydia Pinkham ...