In his marvelous new book on the Ozarks, Arkansas historian Brooks Blevins explores the difference that U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' reservoirs made in the lives of those who live in the region.
Louisan Mamer, known as the First Lady of the REA, spearheaded the expansion of women’s roles in business and leadership through her work with the Rural Electrification Administration. “Louisan Mamer, a Lifetime at the REA.” Archives Center, Louisan E. Mamer Rural Electrification Administration Papers (AC0862-0000006)Although women's empowerment can have a revolutionary effect