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She struggled to reclaim her Indigenous name. She hopes others have it easier

She struggled to reclaim her Indigenous name. She hopes others have it easier

Earlier this year, Canada announced a new policy that allows Indigenous citizens to restore their names on government-issued ID, including passports, for free. One woman recounted her emotional and frustrating journey to officially reclaim her Indigenous family name.
by Emma Bowman

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A reading of the Declaration of Independence

A reading of the Declaration of Independence

Over the past 32 years, Morning Edition has broadcast a reading of the Declaration of Independence by NPR staff as a way of marking Independence Day. This year, they also offer some historical context.
by NPR Staff

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Confederate soldier shirt that saved a Minnesotan is at Historical Society

Confederate soldier shirt that saved a Minnesotan is at Historical Society

The Minnesota Historical Society has acquired a rare Civil War battlefield relic. The descendants of a Minnesota soldier wounded near Nashville, Tenn., in 1864 have donated a Confederate uniform shirt Henry Mills used to bind his wound, survive the war and return to St. Paul.
by Tim Nelson

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History Theatre Radio Hour: Hubert Humphrey's contentious relationship with LBJ

History Theatre Radio Hour: Hubert Humphrey's contentious relationship with LBJ

A short radio play by Jeffrey Hatcher called “All the Way with LBJ,” followed by discussion with former Vice President Walter Mondale, former Minnesota Attorney General Hubert “Skip” Humphrey and historian Hy Berman.

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