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As America gets closer to turning 250, we will be publishing stories about notable Kansans, and how they made their mark on American History. Browse our list of stories below to learn more about the legacy these Kansans left behind!
Former President and 5-Star General Dwight D. Eisenhower is perhaps the most decorated Kansan in history.
In response to the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, Brown established a militant group to prevent the capture of those who were…
Quindaro was developed after the Kansas-Nebraska Act to create a free state port of entry into Kansas Territory. The land was part…
First African American actress to win an Academy Award and attend the award ceremonies. Born: June 10, 1895, Wichita, Kansas…