From the Archives

Hi everyone,

Here are a few snapshots from our archives:

• She was the dressmaker of Washington D.C., her dresses sophisticated and clean, designed to be of excellent fit, the desire of many. And to clients, she was often more than a dressmaker; she was a dear friend.

Please click here to continue reading about Elizabeth Keckley.

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• Nachum Remba stood tall, always calm, always smiling. He came from a theatrical family where he developed a jokester personality, which with his dry sense of humor, he used to make people laugh. People described him as thoughtful and kind, a stubborn optimist. And what he wanted most was to help others.

Please click here to continue reading about Nachum Remba.

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Please click here to read a Fyodor Dostoevsky quote.

Best,

The Historical Snapshots Team