Soon after the French Revolution, the Paris Salon emerged as one of the most prestigious annual art exhibitions in the western world. Acceptance by the jury depended as much on politicking as merit, ...
It's a symbol of cutting-edge military might from 100-plus years ago — propeller-driven, wind-in-your-face, fabric-covered — and a blueprint for great planes later built on Long Island.
In 1914, Europe's most powerful countries went to war with each other. World War One lasted for four years, from 1914-1918, and resulted in the deaths of millions. What was life like on the front ...