A History of Peace in Dayton, Ohio by Tammy Newsom

By Tammy Newsom

whereas the Gem urban is best referred to as the birthplace of aviation, Dayton has a magnificent background of operating towards peace. Generations of Daytonians labored passionately to create a nonviolent and inviting neighborhood to encourage others. Abolitionists assisted escaped slaves from one Underground checkpoint to the subsequent. Quakers peacefully abstained from battle and chartered numerous faculties within the Dayton zone. The Wright brothers invented the aircraft to finish all wars, and the landmark Dayton Peace Accords famously ended the struggle in Bosnia and Herzegovina. writer Tammy Newsom explores the inventiveness, compassion and braveness of the lads and ladies who've made Dayton a urban of peace.

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