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	Violette DeSantis BellaOnline's News for Kids Editor

Brief History of Flight
Let’s take a moment to applaud the incredible people involved in the history of flight. From Leonardo da Vinci and the Wright brothers to Jackie Cochran and Amelia Earhart.

Fun Inauguration Facts
The history of the inauguration goes back to April 30, 1789 when George Washington was sworn in for the first time on the balcony of Federal Hall in New York City. Since that time there have been many inauguration firsts.

Jamestown Celebrates 400th Birthday
Jamestown is 400 years old. Get a glimpse of what it was like back in 1607.

The Amistad
The world-famous Amistad treks across the world with a message of freedom for all.

The Diamond Rush
More Than 700 Diamonds Have Been Found at Crater of Diamonds Park and It´s Finders´ Keepers. Find out more about this national treasure.

The History of Pompeii and its Newsmakers
The summer of 2008 is a disappointing one for the archaeological site of Pompeii. The Italian government is declaring a state of emergency at the site of one of Italy’s most popular tourist attractions. What is the history of Pompeii and why is Pompeii so important to Italy and to us?

Titanic News 2009
Over the years there have been many news stories about the Titanic. The year 2009 is no different as it closes out another chapter. Millvina Dean, the last survivor of the RMS Titanic that sank in 1912 died at the age of 97 years old in Southampton, England.

World War II Kids Who Survived Tell Their Stories
Here is an instance of kids making the news. Kids from World War II share their experiences in Remember World War II: Kids Who Survived Tell Their Stories a book published by National Geographic Children’s Books.