Laura J Hoffman: 2 books

In 1927, American entrepreneur Juan T. Trippe founded what would later become Pan American World Airways, one of the world's most prominent airlines of the 20th century. From the very first airmail flight flown from Key West to Cuba, Trippe provided leadership and innovation that put Pan Am at the...

Coney Island is famous for so much more than just hot dogs and wild rides. At the turn of the 20th century, it was known as the �Playground of the World.� In the beginning, this upscale resort area catered to the rich. Between 1897 and 1904, three lavish amusements parks opened in Coney Island. By...