The un-U.N
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The UN site selection committee visited Philadelphia, PA, in 1946 when it was being considered to house the headquarters of the world peace organization. The story of how New York, NY, and not Philadelphia, eventually became the world's Peace Capital is presented.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1996
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Notes from the underground
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The secrets lying beneath the city of Philadelphia, PA, are revealed. Former streams, abandoned subway stations, city records and equipment which are all signs of Philadelphia's past are described.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1998
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Racing through time
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The history of Philadelphia is a rich one. Some of the highlights include the first anti-slavery protest in 1688. Racial tension has been a problem throughout the city's history.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1995
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