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February 6, 2013 / Events

Pittsburgh welcomes Charles Lindbergh, “greatest of all flying men”

In the surviving photographs, we see glimpses of a city and a man coming of age.

Look at the picturesPittsburgh welcomes Charles Lindbergh, “greatest of all flying men”

February 4, 2013 / People

The Andrews Sisters — America’s favorite singing sisters

The Andrews Sisters were one of the most successful female recording groups in pop music history.

Look at the picturesThe Andrews Sisters — America’s favorite singing sisters

February 1, 2013 / People

Helen Richey is the first woman to gain a seat in the cockpit of an airliner

Helen Richey was 20 years old when she learned how to fly an airplane.

Look at the picturesHelen Richey is the first woman to gain a seat in the cockpit of an airliner

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