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Welcome to Mississippi History Now, the award-winning electronic publication that offers a wide variety of essays on the history of Mississippi, covering the periods from prehistory through the 20th century. Launched in 2000, Mississippi History Now has appeal for the history lover, the student, and for the general reader with a lively curiosity. History teachers will welcome the lesson plans that accompany each essay.

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Marcus Shook: A Mississippi Hero

by Richard C. Lukas

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For over seventy-two years, the crew of one World War II United States Army Air Forces plane has held a special place in the hearts of the citizens of Lomianki, Poland. Sgt. Marcus Shook of Belmont, Mississippi, was a member of this exceptional ten-man crew which belonged to a B-17 or Flying Fortress named “I’ll Be Seeing You.

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Blewett Lee: Mississippi’s Forgotten Legal Pioneer

by Whit Waide and James C. Giesen

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Blewett Lee was a remarkably creative attorney whose breadth of interests and force of opinion led to his being one of the most important legal authorities in Mississippi history.

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