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"Normal" People Made History Commentary
Why would I want to study peasants, when I can study kings?”, asked a fellow historian. “Kings,” he continued, “made history.” He was reacting to my comment that it’s important to study “normal” people. My friend thought I trumpeted the usual, social history mantra. But I meant something different.
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Brad's Drink: A New Bern Beverage Enjoyed Across the World Commentary
Businessmen want to make profits, to be sure, but they understand that to do so, they must satisfy customers. In the end, everyone involved in the transaction is pleased.
Caleb Bradham, inventor of Pepsi-Cola, provides a perfect example.
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The Story of Lunsford Lane: How Entrepreneurial Spirit Overcame Slavery Commentary
Biographers usually love or hate their subjects. So, I must admit before writing further that I admire Lunsford Lane.
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When Five Fast Pennies Is Better Than a Slow Nickel Commentary
Ralph W. Ketner, one of three co-founders of Food Town (later renamed
Food Lion), is a North Carolina example displaying how entrepreneurial creativity combined with hard work and a willingness to take risks can produce financial success and public benefit.
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