Annotated Bibliography
Carson, Rachel, and Bob Hines. The Edge of the Sea. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1955. Print.
This book was Carson’s third publication and completed her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with yet another sample of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It emphasized the idea that nature was interconnected and humans were a big part of this “web”. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career. It helped us gain insight into how Carson connected so well with her audience and therefore how she was the perfect leader and instigator of the fight to protect the environment.
Carson, Rachel, and Linda J. Lear. Lost Woods: The Discovered Writing of Rachel Carson. Boston: Beacon, 1998. Print.
This book collected the writings of Rachel Carson that were never formally published. This book highlights the beauty of Carson’s writing and the thematic consistency that carried through all her prose. We used this book to find primary source quotes from Carson, regarding her messages about nature and her desire to educate the American public about the environment. This book gave us insight into the thoughts of Rachel Carson, which helped us portray her person correctly. We mainly used this book on the Leadership pages.
Carson, Rachel, Lois Darling, and Louis Darling. Silent Spring. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1962. Print.
Silent Spring was the epitome of Rachel Carson’s environmental career. This eloquently written book, describes a world in which there is no wildlife and the environment has become desolate due to the indiscriminate use of pesticides. This book is pathos heavy and showed us why Rachel Carson, unlike other conservationists was able to connect with the common man and enforce the idea that it is every individuals personal responsibility to protect the environment. Reading this book gave us insight into why there was so much controversy surrounding this book and why it was not only able to persuade the public but also able to persuade the government to look at the environment in a different light. We used quotes from this book on the Leadership page to highlight Carson’s message.
Carson, Rachel. The Sea around Us. New York: Oxford UP, 1951. Print.
This book was Carson’s second publication in her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with another example of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It told of the pollution and contamination of the oceans and rivers and how that affected the water ecosystems. This book shows her belief that everyone plays a part in environmental conservation and her message that harming the environment inevitably harms humans. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career. It helped us gain insight into how Carson connected so well with her audience and therefore how she was the perfect leader and instigator of the fight to protect the environment.
Carson, Rachel. Under the Sea-wind: A Naturalist's Picture of Ocean Life. New York: Oxford UP, 1952. Print.
This book was Carson’s first publication and began her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with yet another sample of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It advocated that everyone take the time to understand and appreciate nature, which further emphasized her mission to rekindle the public awareness regarding environmental conservation. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career, even though the sales were relatively low.
Leopold, Aldo, and Allan Brooks. Game Management. New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1933. Print.
This book is by Aldo Leopold, a conservationist in the late 19th century and early 20th century. In this book Leopold describes the importance of wildlife and protecting nature. During the 1800's and 1900's there was major pollution, overuse of resources, and pesticides. Conservationist like Leopold expressed the harm that came with not caring for the environment.
Leopold, Aldo, and Charles Walsh. Schwartz. A Sand County Almanac, and Sketches Here and There. New York: Oxford UP, 1949. Print.
This book was written by a conservationist and environmentalist during the 19th and 20th century, Aldo Leopold. During the 1800's and 1900's overuse of resources, pollution, pesticides were a major problem and conservationists like Leopold expressed the harm that is associated with abusing the environment. A quote from this book was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Pinchot, Gifford. Breaking New Ground. New York: Harcourt, Brace, 1947.Amazon. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used a quote from this book in the Early Conservationist page. Gifford Pinchot served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service from 1905 till 1910. Pinchot is credited with reforming the management and development of forests in the United States and for advocating the conservation of the nation's reserves by planned use and renewal.
Roosevelt, Theodore. Outdoor Pastimes of an American Hunter. New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1905. Web. 15 Mar. 2015.
We used a quote from this book in the Early Conservationist. President Theodore Roosevelt was an advocate of the environment and passed laws to protect endangered species.
This book was Carson’s third publication and completed her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with yet another sample of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It emphasized the idea that nature was interconnected and humans were a big part of this “web”. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career. It helped us gain insight into how Carson connected so well with her audience and therefore how she was the perfect leader and instigator of the fight to protect the environment.
Carson, Rachel, and Linda J. Lear. Lost Woods: The Discovered Writing of Rachel Carson. Boston: Beacon, 1998. Print.
This book collected the writings of Rachel Carson that were never formally published. This book highlights the beauty of Carson’s writing and the thematic consistency that carried through all her prose. We used this book to find primary source quotes from Carson, regarding her messages about nature and her desire to educate the American public about the environment. This book gave us insight into the thoughts of Rachel Carson, which helped us portray her person correctly. We mainly used this book on the Leadership pages.
Carson, Rachel, Lois Darling, and Louis Darling. Silent Spring. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1962. Print.
Silent Spring was the epitome of Rachel Carson’s environmental career. This eloquently written book, describes a world in which there is no wildlife and the environment has become desolate due to the indiscriminate use of pesticides. This book is pathos heavy and showed us why Rachel Carson, unlike other conservationists was able to connect with the common man and enforce the idea that it is every individuals personal responsibility to protect the environment. Reading this book gave us insight into why there was so much controversy surrounding this book and why it was not only able to persuade the public but also able to persuade the government to look at the environment in a different light. We used quotes from this book on the Leadership page to highlight Carson’s message.
Carson, Rachel. The Sea around Us. New York: Oxford UP, 1951. Print.
This book was Carson’s second publication in her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with another example of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It told of the pollution and contamination of the oceans and rivers and how that affected the water ecosystems. This book shows her belief that everyone plays a part in environmental conservation and her message that harming the environment inevitably harms humans. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career. It helped us gain insight into how Carson connected so well with her audience and therefore how she was the perfect leader and instigator of the fight to protect the environment.
Carson, Rachel. Under the Sea-wind: A Naturalist's Picture of Ocean Life. New York: Oxford UP, 1952. Print.
This book was Carson’s first publication and began her trilogy on the sea. This novel provided us with yet another sample of Rachel Carson’s eloquent prose. It advocated that everyone take the time to understand and appreciate nature, which further emphasized her mission to rekindle the public awareness regarding environmental conservation. This book helped us to understand Rachel Carson’s ideas and demands even early on in her career, even though the sales were relatively low.
Leopold, Aldo, and Allan Brooks. Game Management. New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1933. Print.
This book is by Aldo Leopold, a conservationist in the late 19th century and early 20th century. In this book Leopold describes the importance of wildlife and protecting nature. During the 1800's and 1900's there was major pollution, overuse of resources, and pesticides. Conservationist like Leopold expressed the harm that came with not caring for the environment.
Leopold, Aldo, and Charles Walsh. Schwartz. A Sand County Almanac, and Sketches Here and There. New York: Oxford UP, 1949. Print.
This book was written by a conservationist and environmentalist during the 19th and 20th century, Aldo Leopold. During the 1800's and 1900's overuse of resources, pollution, pesticides were a major problem and conservationists like Leopold expressed the harm that is associated with abusing the environment. A quote from this book was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Pinchot, Gifford. Breaking New Ground. New York: Harcourt, Brace, 1947.Amazon. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used a quote from this book in the Early Conservationist page. Gifford Pinchot served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service from 1905 till 1910. Pinchot is credited with reforming the management and development of forests in the United States and for advocating the conservation of the nation's reserves by planned use and renewal.
Roosevelt, Theodore. Outdoor Pastimes of an American Hunter. New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1905. Web. 15 Mar. 2015.
We used a quote from this book in the Early Conservationist. President Theodore Roosevelt was an advocate of the environment and passed laws to protect endangered species.
"42 U.S.C. §7401 Et Seq. (1970)." Summary of the Clean Air Act. United States Environmental Protection Agency, n.d. Web. 20 Jan. 2015.
We used information about the Clean Air Act from the EPA website and used it on our Legislation page.
Adams, Val. "'C.B.S. Reports' Plans a Show On Rachel Carson's New Book."New York Times 30 Aug. 1962: 42. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the fame surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to change Americans perception of the environment.
Atkinson, Brooks. "Critic At Large." New York Times 2 Apr. 1963: 44.ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
Bainbridge, Lois. "Donora Smog Disaster." Letter to Governor of Pennsylvania. 31 Oct. 1948. Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, n.d. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
The Donora Disaster was the first indication of the harmful side effects of polluting the environment with heeding the consequences. The growth of the Industrial Revolution and urban areas led to more pollution which in the case of Donora could end up killing people. This quote was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Carson, Rachel L. "Farming Under Chesapeake." The Baltimore Sun 24 Jan. 1937: n. pag. Print.
This newspaper article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to being nature’s advocate. This article shows how Carson was able to convince people that protecting the environment was in their best interest. We used this article on the “Early Environmental Career” page
Carson, Rachel L. "Help Your Child to Wonder." Woman's Home CompanionJuly 1956: n. pag. US Fish and Wildlife Services. Web.
This article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to educating the general public about the importance of science and the environment. We used it on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion and gain a wider audience.
Carson, Rachel L. "It’ll Be Shad-Time Soon." The Baltimore Sun 1 Mar. 1936: n. pag. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to being nature’s advocate. This article shows how Carson was able to convince people that protecting the environment was in their best interest. We used this article on the “Early Environmental Career” page
Carson, Rachel L. "Reporter at Large." New Yorker 16, June 1962, 23, June 1962 and 30, June 1962: Cover. Pop History Dig. 22 Feb. 2012. Web. 7 Jan. 2015.
This article is the New Yorker’s early publishing of Silent Spring. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to show how the book reached a wide audience.
Clement, Ronald C. "Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review."The Pesticides Controversy 1st ser. 2.3 (1972): n. pag. Digital Commons at Boston College Law. Digital Commons. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
A quote was used from this primary source article, on the controversy page, to show how Carson’s critics believed that her book was unscientific and the data they they found contradicted the data that she mentioned in the novel.
Cruger, Dorothea. "Her Object of Affection Is the Ocean." Washington Post 4 July 1951: n. pag. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
This article shows how Carson’s book had a varied audience. We used it on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion and gain a wider audience.
We used information about the Clean Air Act from the EPA website and used it on our Legislation page.
Adams, Val. "'C.B.S. Reports' Plans a Show On Rachel Carson's New Book."New York Times 30 Aug. 1962: 42. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the fame surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to change Americans perception of the environment.
Atkinson, Brooks. "Critic At Large." New York Times 2 Apr. 1963: 44.ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
Bainbridge, Lois. "Donora Smog Disaster." Letter to Governor of Pennsylvania. 31 Oct. 1948. Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, n.d. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
The Donora Disaster was the first indication of the harmful side effects of polluting the environment with heeding the consequences. The growth of the Industrial Revolution and urban areas led to more pollution which in the case of Donora could end up killing people. This quote was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Carson, Rachel L. "Farming Under Chesapeake." The Baltimore Sun 24 Jan. 1937: n. pag. Print.
This newspaper article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to being nature’s advocate. This article shows how Carson was able to convince people that protecting the environment was in their best interest. We used this article on the “Early Environmental Career” page
Carson, Rachel L. "Help Your Child to Wonder." Woman's Home CompanionJuly 1956: n. pag. US Fish and Wildlife Services. Web.
This article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to educating the general public about the importance of science and the environment. We used it on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion and gain a wider audience.
Carson, Rachel L. "It’ll Be Shad-Time Soon." The Baltimore Sun 1 Mar. 1936: n. pag. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article was written by Rachel Carson and shows her commitment to being nature’s advocate. This article shows how Carson was able to convince people that protecting the environment was in their best interest. We used this article on the “Early Environmental Career” page
Carson, Rachel L. "Reporter at Large." New Yorker 16, June 1962, 23, June 1962 and 30, June 1962: Cover. Pop History Dig. 22 Feb. 2012. Web. 7 Jan. 2015.
This article is the New Yorker’s early publishing of Silent Spring. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to show how the book reached a wide audience.
Clement, Ronald C. "Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review."The Pesticides Controversy 1st ser. 2.3 (1972): n. pag. Digital Commons at Boston College Law. Digital Commons. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
A quote was used from this primary source article, on the controversy page, to show how Carson’s critics believed that her book was unscientific and the data they they found contradicted the data that she mentioned in the novel.
Cruger, Dorothea. "Her Object of Affection Is the Ocean." Washington Post 4 July 1951: n. pag. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
This article shows how Carson’s book had a varied audience. We used it on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion and gain a wider audience.
Darby, Dr. William J. "Silence, Miss Carson." Chemical & Engineering News(01 Oct. 1962): n. pag. University of Minnesota. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This primary source article was used on the controversy page, and expressed one of the main attacks against Rachel Carson. This was the fact that because her information was presented in an anecdotal rather than scientific way, her book disregarded.
This primary source article was used on the controversy page, and expressed one of the main attacks against Rachel Carson. This was the fact that because her information was presented in an anecdotal rather than scientific way, her book disregarded.
"DDT Ban Takes Effect - EPA Press Release." Environment Protection Agency. EPA, 31 Dec. 1972. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used the EPA press release about DDT being banned on the DDT page.
We used the EPA press release about DDT being banned on the DDT page.
"DDT to Fight Poliomyelitis." The New York TImes 26 Aug. 1947: n. pag. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.
This is a newspaper article explaining how DDT was being used to eradicate polio in America. The article states that DDT is being sprayed on the streets of cities and in houses to prevent insects and epidemics. This article was used on the Road to Pesticides page to highlight bringing the pesticides home from the battlefield.
"Delaware Estuary Case Study." (n.d.): n. pag. US Environmental Protection Agency. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This was a document released by the Delaware River Basin Commission. It was on the water pollution in the Delaware River in the early and mid 1900's. During the 20th century Americans abused the environment without knowing of the dire consequences. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
District Audubon Society. "Vanishing Eagles Stir Drive." New York Times 24 Feb. 1956: n. pag. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
This is a newspaper from 1956 when DDT started to wipe out the bald eagle population in the United States. This caught the attention of a few individuals who complained about the disappearance of the national bird. A section from this article was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the initial concerns for the environment.
This is a newspaper article explaining how DDT was being used to eradicate polio in America. The article states that DDT is being sprayed on the streets of cities and in houses to prevent insects and epidemics. This article was used on the Road to Pesticides page to highlight bringing the pesticides home from the battlefield.
"Delaware Estuary Case Study." (n.d.): n. pag. US Environmental Protection Agency. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This was a document released by the Delaware River Basin Commission. It was on the water pollution in the Delaware River in the early and mid 1900's. During the 20th century Americans abused the environment without knowing of the dire consequences. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
District Audubon Society. "Vanishing Eagles Stir Drive." New York Times 24 Feb. 1956: n. pag. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
This is a newspaper from 1956 when DDT started to wipe out the bald eagle population in the United States. This caught the attention of a few individuals who complained about the disappearance of the national bird. A section from this article was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the initial concerns for the environment.
Gerald R. Ford: "Proclamation 4356 - Earth Day, 1975," March 20, 1975. Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project.
This primary source document shows the earth day proclamation made by President Gerald Ford. We used an image of the proclamation on the Earth Day page..
Garden Successfully without Poison Sprays. New York Times 7 Oct. 1967: X24. Print.
This advertisement shows how Silent Spring had a broad audience and was directed at the American Public. We used it on the “Silent Spring” to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion.
This primary source document shows the earth day proclamation made by President Gerald Ford. We used an image of the proclamation on the Earth Day page..
Garden Successfully without Poison Sprays. New York Times 7 Oct. 1967: X24. Print.
This advertisement shows how Silent Spring had a broad audience and was directed at the American Public. We used it on the “Silent Spring” to show how Carson was able to change the American opinion.
Gerald R. Ford: Remarks on Signing the Toxic Substances Control Act.." The American Presidency Project. N.p., 12 Oct. 1976 Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Ford's remarks on signing the Toxic Substances Control Act. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
Holloway, Rodney L., and Melissa Rowell. The Delany Clause. Rep. N.p.: Texas Agricultural Extension Service, n.d. NC State University Integrated Pest Management. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This was a document on the Delany Clause. The Delany Clause was added to the Additives Food Amendment of 1958 to not allow pesticides in food. There were carcinogens in the pesticides which were passed on to the foods. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the efforts taken by individuals to change the overuse of pesticides in America.
Huckins, Olga Owens. "Evidence Of Havoc By Air Spraying." Letter to Editor Of Boston Herald. 29 Jan. 1958. Beinecke Rare Book And Manuscript Library. Yale University Library, n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
This was a letter from Olga Huckins, a friend of Rachel Carson, to the editor of the Boston Herald about the use of pesticides in America. She complained that the spraying of DDT and other pesticides around America, were killing other wildlife, like the birds that she was very fond of. This letter was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the efforts of individuals to change the practices of the public and the government.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Ford's remarks on signing the Toxic Substances Control Act. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
Holloway, Rodney L., and Melissa Rowell. The Delany Clause. Rep. N.p.: Texas Agricultural Extension Service, n.d. NC State University Integrated Pest Management. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This was a document on the Delany Clause. The Delany Clause was added to the Additives Food Amendment of 1958 to not allow pesticides in food. There were carcinogens in the pesticides which were passed on to the foods. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the efforts taken by individuals to change the overuse of pesticides in America.
Huckins, Olga Owens. "Evidence Of Havoc By Air Spraying." Letter to Editor Of Boston Herald. 29 Jan. 1958. Beinecke Rare Book And Manuscript Library. Yale University Library, n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2015.
This was a letter from Olga Huckins, a friend of Rachel Carson, to the editor of the Boston Herald about the use of pesticides in America. She complained that the spraying of DDT and other pesticides around America, were killing other wildlife, like the birds that she was very fond of. This letter was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the efforts of individuals to change the practices of the public and the government.
"Issue of the Year: The Environment." Time. Time Inc., 4 Jan. 1971. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
This article in Time Magazine talks about how concern for the environment has become a national issue. We used a quote from this magazine in the Popular Culture page.
This article in Time Magazine talks about how concern for the environment has become a national issue. We used a quote from this magazine in the Popular Culture page.
Kaempffert, Waldemar. "DDT, the Army's Insect Powder, Strikes a Blow Against Typhus and for Pest Control." New York Times 4 June 1944: E9. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 2 Jan. 2015
This article is on the use of DDT in the army to protect the soldiers from insect-borne diseases. The article explains how more troops were dying from diseases than on the battlefield. Typhus and malaria were diseases found on the battle front and wiped out most of the US soldiers before the creation of DDT. This headline was used on the Road to Pesticides page to highlight the creation of DDT for soldiers.
This article is on the use of DDT in the army to protect the soldiers from insect-borne diseases. The article explains how more troops were dying from diseases than on the battlefield. Typhus and malaria were diseases found on the battle front and wiped out most of the US soldiers before the creation of DDT. This headline was used on the Road to Pesticides page to highlight the creation of DDT for soldiers.
Latham, Roger. "Silent Spring' Rips Harmful Chemicals." Pittsburgh Press 30 Sept. 1962: 1. Web.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
Lee, John. "Title 'Silent Spring' Is Now Noisy Summer: Pesticides Industry Up in Arms Over a New Book Rachel Carson Stirs Conflict--Producers Are Crying 'Foul' RACHEL CARSON UPSETS INDUSTRY." New York Times 22 July 1962. Web. 1 Jan. 2015.
This primary source newspaper article talks about the opposition by the pesticides industry over Rachel Carson's book. We used an image of the headline on the Thesis page.
This primary source newspaper article talks about the opposition by the pesticides industry over Rachel Carson's book. We used an image of the headline on the Thesis page.
Lelyveld, Joseph. "Millions Join Earth Day Observances Across the Nation." New York Times 22 Apr. 1970. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
We used the headline and a picture from this article in the slideshow on the Thesis page and on the Earth day page. It shows a picture of the millions of people who took part in the first Earth Day celebrations in 1970.
We used the headline and a picture from this article in the slideshow on the Thesis page and on the Earth day page. It shows a picture of the millions of people who took part in the first Earth Day celebrations in 1970.
"Liquid DDT Kill Coat." The Argus [Melbourne] 4 Apr. 1946: 6. Trove Digitized Newspaper and More. Web. 7 Jan. 2014.
This was an advertisement for pesticides in 1946. After World War II the pesticides were brought to America for mass use to protect the citizens from insects. DDT and other pesticides were used in houses and the general public idolized these pesticides. This advertisement was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides in houses.
This was an advertisement for pesticides in 1946. After World War II the pesticides were brought to America for mass use to protect the citizens from insects. DDT and other pesticides were used in houses and the general public idolized these pesticides. This advertisement was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides in houses.
"Lyndon B. Johnson: Remarks Upon Signing the Pesticide Control Bill." The American Presidency Project, 12 May 1964. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Johnson's remarks on signing the Pesticide Control Bill. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Johnson's remarks on signing the Pesticide Control Bill. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page
"Lyndon B. Johnson: Remarks Upon Signing of S.1605 - Pesticide Bill in the cabinet room."Box 105, Statements of LBJ, 8 May 1986 - 18 May 1964, LBJ Museum and Archives.
We used an image of a hardcopy press release made by the White House upon the signing of the Pesticide Bill by President Johnson. We got this when we visited the LBJ museum in Austin. We used this image on the Legislation page.
Muir, John. "The American Forests." Atlantic 1 Aug. 1897: n. pag. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
This article was written by John Muir and emphasized his advocacy for the conservation of the environment. Muir used his elegant writing skills to galvanize the American public to support a similar program. We used a quote from this article on the Early Conservationist page to highlight the important conservationists that came before Rachel Carson.
We used an image of a hardcopy press release made by the White House upon the signing of the Pesticide Bill by President Johnson. We got this when we visited the LBJ museum in Austin. We used this image on the Legislation page.
Muir, John. "The American Forests." Atlantic 1 Aug. 1897: n. pag. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
This article was written by John Muir and emphasized his advocacy for the conservation of the environment. Muir used his elegant writing skills to galvanize the American public to support a similar program. We used a quote from this article on the Early Conservationist page to highlight the important conservationists that came before Rachel Carson.
"Organic Food Production Act of 1990." US Department of Agriculture, 1990. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
The US Department of Agriculture established national standards for marketing food products as being organic. We used information about the law on the Organic Food Movement page.
The US Department of Agriculture established national standards for marketing food products as being organic. We used information about the law on the Organic Food Movement page.
Pyenson, Louis. "New Insecticides." New York Times 27 Jan. 1946: n. pag.ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.
This article is about the invention and application of new pesticides in America. After the creation of DDT and its “magical” insect killer, more pesticides were created for the same use. There were no known consequences to the pesticides so they were overused across the country. This article was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides to show the era of pesticides.
"Rachel Carson Dies of Cancer; 'Silent Spring' Author Was 56." The New York Times. The New York Times, 15 Apr. 1964. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
A quote was taken from this article explaining how Monsanto, one of the biggest chemical companies in the United States as well as a huge rival to Carson, created a parody off of Silent Spring, called “The Desolate Year”. Presented was an apocalyptic world in which no pesticides were used, but as a consequence, insects plagued society.
e used it on the “Mobilizing America” page to show how Carson had become a leader and figure of importance.
This article is about the invention and application of new pesticides in America. After the creation of DDT and its “magical” insect killer, more pesticides were created for the same use. There were no known consequences to the pesticides so they were overused across the country. This article was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides to show the era of pesticides.
"Rachel Carson Dies of Cancer; 'Silent Spring' Author Was 56." The New York Times. The New York Times, 15 Apr. 1964. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
A quote was taken from this article explaining how Monsanto, one of the biggest chemical companies in the United States as well as a huge rival to Carson, created a parody off of Silent Spring, called “The Desolate Year”. Presented was an apocalyptic world in which no pesticides were used, but as a consequence, insects plagued society.
e used it on the “Mobilizing America” page to show how Carson had become a leader and figure of importance.
"Richard Nixon: Remarks on Signing the Clean Air Amendments of 1970." The American Presidency Project. N.p., 31 Dec. 1970. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Nixon's remarks on signing the Clean Air Amendments of 1970. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Nixon's remarks on signing the Clean Air Amendments of 1970. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
"Richard Nixon: Remarks on Signing the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969." The American Presidency Project. N.p., 1 Jan. 1970 Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Nixon's remarks on signing the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
Roosevelt, Theodore. "CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES." THE CONFERENCE ON THE CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES. Washington DC. 13 May 1908. Theodore Roosevelt. Web. 29 Dec. 2014.
This was a document on Theodore Roosevelt’s plan to preserve nature by creating national parks and reserves. Theodore Roosevelt was the first person to do anything to save the environment. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Movement page, to show the initial efforts to protect the environment.
Schumm, Ruth. "Renner Scientist Cites DDT Harm." Washington Bureau of the News. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Mar. 2015.
This is a headline on how DDT is harming human health. Due to the spraying of DDT in households, on food, and in every other place humans were largely exposed to this chemical. It was later proven that DDT harmed human babies and cancer in humans increased due to DDT. This headline was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page under Historical Context.
The American Presidency Project had the text of President Nixon's remarks on signing the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. We used an image of a portion of the statements on the Legislation page.
Roosevelt, Theodore. "CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES." THE CONFERENCE ON THE CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES. Washington DC. 13 May 1908. Theodore Roosevelt. Web. 29 Dec. 2014.
This was a document on Theodore Roosevelt’s plan to preserve nature by creating national parks and reserves. Theodore Roosevelt was the first person to do anything to save the environment. A quote from this document was used on the Environmental Movement page, to show the initial efforts to protect the environment.
Schumm, Ruth. "Renner Scientist Cites DDT Harm." Washington Bureau of the News. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Mar. 2015.
This is a headline on how DDT is harming human health. Due to the spraying of DDT in households, on food, and in every other place humans were largely exposed to this chemical. It was later proven that DDT harmed human babies and cancer in humans increased due to DDT. This headline was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page under Historical Context.
Simmons, James S. "How Magic Is DDT?" Saturday Evening Post 6 Jan. 1945: n. pag. EBSCOHost. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This article is on the history of DDT and how it was saving the country. The article explains the struggle of the soldiers fighting the 2 enemies, insect-borne diseases and the soldiers of the axis. The article goes on to explain how DDT could be used to get more crops from farms by killing the insects which harm them. This article was used on the Road to Pesticides page and the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
This article is on the history of DDT and how it was saving the country. The article explains the struggle of the soldiers fighting the 2 enemies, insect-borne diseases and the soldiers of the axis. The article goes on to explain how DDT could be used to get more crops from farms by killing the insects which harm them. This article was used on the Road to Pesticides page and the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Summers, Eileen. "Rachel Carson Is Honored." The Washington Post and Times Herald 23 June 1956: 27. Print.
This newspaper article is about the fame surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to change Americans perception of the environment.
This newspaper article is about the fame surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to change Americans perception of the environment.
"The President's Malaria Initiative." The President's Malaria Initiative. White House President George Bush Archives, n.d. Web. 27 Mar. 2015.
In June 2005, President Bush launched the President's Malaria Initiative, a five-year $1.2 billion program to combat malaria in 15 of the hardest-hit African nations. This initiative included permission to use DDT to combat malaria. We used am image about the President's Malaria Incentive on the DDT ban page.
United States. Cong. Senate. Senate And House of Representatives United States Of America. An Act to Set Apart a Certain Tract of Land Lying near the Head-waters of the Yellowstone River as a Public Park. 42nd Cong., 2nd sess. S 392. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Library Of Congress. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This document is the Yellowstone Act that was passed in 1972. It was the first national park and highlights the conservationist ideology of isolating parts of the environment and not looking at it as a whole. However, it was an important legislation that signaled the beginning of government involvement and we included it on the Early Conservationist page.
In June 2005, President Bush launched the President's Malaria Initiative, a five-year $1.2 billion program to combat malaria in 15 of the hardest-hit African nations. This initiative included permission to use DDT to combat malaria. We used am image about the President's Malaria Incentive on the DDT ban page.
United States. Cong. Senate. Senate And House of Representatives United States Of America. An Act to Set Apart a Certain Tract of Land Lying near the Head-waters of the Yellowstone River as a Public Park. 42nd Cong., 2nd sess. S 392. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Library Of Congress. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This document is the Yellowstone Act that was passed in 1972. It was the first national park and highlights the conservationist ideology of isolating parts of the environment and not looking at it as a whole. However, it was an important legislation that signaled the beginning of government involvement and we included it on the Early Conservationist page.
Verhovek, Sam. "Earth Day Goes Global as It Turns 30." New York Times 9 Apr. 2000. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
In 2000, Earth day was celebrated across 180 countries. We used the headline from the New York Times article about this on the Earth Day page.
White, Jean M. "Rachel Carson Hints Industry Filters Facts." The Washington Post 6 Dec. 1962: A13. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
"William J. Clinton: Remarks on the International Coral Reef Initiative in Port Douglas, Australia." The American Presidency Project. The American Presidency Project, 22 Nov. 1996. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
These remarks were used on the world impact page, and showed how far Carson’s legacy spread around the world; she got a part of the Great Barrier Reef named in her honor.
United States. Cong. Committee on Public Works. U.S. Government Publishing Office. Cong. Bill. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This is the document of the Air Pollution Control Act of 1955. In the early and mid 1900's air pollution got so bad that people were dying from the smog in the air in places like Donora and New York City. A quote from this act was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
United States. Cong. Digest of Federal Resource Laws of Interest to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. By Henry Holland. Buckman. Cong. Bill. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, n.d. Web. 19 Mar. 2015.
This is a document of the Water Pollution Control Act of 1948. During the early and mid 1900s water pollution was a major problem. Due to chemicals, industrial wastes and runoff the waters were majorly contaminated. A quote form this document was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
United States. Health Education And Welfare. Secretary of Health. The Cranberry Scare of 1959. By Arthur S. Flemming. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Dwight D Eisenhower Archives. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This was an announcement made by the Secretary of Health Education and Welfare to recall the cranberries that were sprayed with pesticides and therefore were infected. This happened right before Thanksgiving and people began to see the effects of using pesticides all across America. A quote from this announcement was used on the Environmental Movement page.
United States. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Conservation In Action Series. By Rachel L. Carson.
Rachel Carson wrote these documents when she worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. They explain the different wildlife refuges that were being set up across the Atlantic Seaboard. Carson played an important role in setting up the refuges, demonstrating her early activism for the environment. We used these documents in a slideshow on the “Early Environmental Career” page.
In 2000, Earth day was celebrated across 180 countries. We used the headline from the New York Times article about this on the Earth Day page.
White, Jean M. "Rachel Carson Hints Industry Filters Facts." The Washington Post 6 Dec. 1962: A13. ProQuest Historical Newspapers. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This newspaper article is about the controversy surrounding Rachel Carson’s book. We used it in a collage on the “Silent Spring” page to show the praise the book received and how it demonstrated Carson’s ability to create a debate about the indiscriminate use of pesticides.
"William J. Clinton: Remarks on the International Coral Reef Initiative in Port Douglas, Australia." The American Presidency Project. The American Presidency Project, 22 Nov. 1996. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
These remarks were used on the world impact page, and showed how far Carson’s legacy spread around the world; she got a part of the Great Barrier Reef named in her honor.
United States. Cong. Committee on Public Works. U.S. Government Publishing Office. Cong. Bill. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This is the document of the Air Pollution Control Act of 1955. In the early and mid 1900's air pollution got so bad that people were dying from the smog in the air in places like Donora and New York City. A quote from this act was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
United States. Cong. Digest of Federal Resource Laws of Interest to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. By Henry Holland. Buckman. Cong. Bill. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, n.d. Web. 19 Mar. 2015.
This is a document of the Water Pollution Control Act of 1948. During the early and mid 1900s water pollution was a major problem. Due to chemicals, industrial wastes and runoff the waters were majorly contaminated. A quote form this document was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
United States. Health Education And Welfare. Secretary of Health. The Cranberry Scare of 1959. By Arthur S. Flemming. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Dwight D Eisenhower Archives. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This was an announcement made by the Secretary of Health Education and Welfare to recall the cranberries that were sprayed with pesticides and therefore were infected. This happened right before Thanksgiving and people began to see the effects of using pesticides all across America. A quote from this announcement was used on the Environmental Movement page.
United States. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Conservation In Action Series. By Rachel L. Carson.
Rachel Carson wrote these documents when she worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. They explain the different wildlife refuges that were being set up across the Atlantic Seaboard. Carson played an important role in setting up the refuges, demonstrating her early activism for the environment. We used these documents in a slideshow on the “Early Environmental Career” page.
An Early Image of Pelican Island, the First National Wildlife Refuge. 1903. Library Of Congress. Pelican Island at 110 Years. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
On March 14, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt issued an executive order setting aside Pelican Island, Florida, as the very first national wildlife refuge. We used a picture of this in the early conservationist page. This picture is an example of protecting the wildlife from human actions by isolating the environment from man.
On March 14, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt issued an executive order setting aside Pelican Island, Florida, as the very first national wildlife refuge. We used a picture of this in the early conservationist page. This picture is an example of protecting the wildlife from human actions by isolating the environment from man.
Audubon Society Logo. Digital image. National Audubon Society. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This was a picture of the Audubon Society Logo. The Audubon Society was one of the organizations that were very active before the modern environmental movement. They helped warn the public of the consequences of overusing pesticides. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the effort of organizations to stop the overuse of pesticides.
Boone & Crockett Club Logo. Digital image. Boone & Crockett Club. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the logo of the Boone and Crockett Club. This was one of the organizations that was against the use of pesticides across America. This picture was used on the Environmental Page to show that there were some organizations against pesticides before Rachel Carson.
This was a picture of the Audubon Society Logo. The Audubon Society was one of the organizations that were very active before the modern environmental movement. They helped warn the public of the consequences of overusing pesticides. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page to show the effort of organizations to stop the overuse of pesticides.
Boone & Crockett Club Logo. Digital image. Boone & Crockett Club. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the logo of the Boone and Crockett Club. This was one of the organizations that was against the use of pesticides across America. This picture was used on the Environmental Page to show that there were some organizations against pesticides before Rachel Carson.
Carbola DDT - Disinfecting White Paint. 1946. Nebraska Farmer. Living History Farm. Web. 5 Jan. 2015.
This picture was an advertisement for paint with DDT. These kinds of advertisements were very popular throughout the 1940’s and 1950’s whiled DDT was mass used across the country. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to show the use of DDT in houses.
This picture was an advertisement for paint with DDT. These kinds of advertisements were very popular throughout the 1940’s and 1950’s whiled DDT was mass used across the country. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to show the use of DDT in houses.
DDT Is Good for Me / Penn Salt Chemicals. Time 30 Jan. 1947: n. pag. Print.
This was an article in the Time magazine on the benefits of DDT and how DDT is good for humans, plant, and animals, For this reason DDT was mass used around the United States with no knowledge on the consequences of this mass spraying. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides on farms.
This was an article in the Time magazine on the benefits of DDT and how DDT is good for humans, plant, and animals, For this reason DDT was mass used around the United States with no knowledge on the consequences of this mass spraying. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides on farms.
Dean, Loomis. A Plane Spraying Alfalfa Fields in the US with DDT. N.d. LIFE Picture Collection. Getty Images. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the spraying of DDT on farms and fields. It was proven that the use of DDT helped the production of crops and increased the amount of produce from animals like cattle. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides on farms.
This is a picture of the spraying of DDT on farms and fields. It was proven that the use of DDT helped the production of crops and increased the amount of produce from animals like cattle. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to enforce the use of pesticides on farms.
Eisenstaedt, Alfred. Rachel Carson. N.d. Time Life Pictures, via Getty Images.New York Times. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of Rachel Carson surrounded by nature. We used it on the main Leadership page to show Carson’s love for nature and accent the page with some color.
This is a picture of Rachel Carson surrounded by nature. We used it on the main Leadership page to show Carson’s love for nature and accent the page with some color.
"EPA Logo." Challengegov. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
We got the logo for the EPA from the Challenge.gov website, a partnership between the public and the government to solve important challenges.The logo is used on the legacy page.
We got the logo for the EPA from the Challenge.gov website, a partnership between the public and the government to solve important challenges.The logo is used on the legacy page.
Gifford Pinchot. 1900-1920. Grey Towers NHS, U.S. Forest Service. The National Parks America's Best Idea. Web. 12 Mar. 2015.
We used this picture of Gifford Pinchot in the early conservationist page. Gifford Pinchot served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service from 1905 till 1910. Pinchot is credited with reforming the management and development of forests in the United States and for advocating the conservation of the nation's reserves by planned use and renewal.
We used this picture of Gifford Pinchot in the early conservationist page. Gifford Pinchot served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service from 1905 till 1910. Pinchot is credited with reforming the management and development of forests in the United States and for advocating the conservation of the nation's reserves by planned use and renewal.
Gus Arriola Strip. 11 Apr. 1970. By Gus Arriola.
Gus Arriola paid tribute to Carson in 1970 on the anniversary of her death with this cartoon. We found this image on the Silent Spring in Popular culture webpage published by Enviroment and Society portal. We used this picture on the Legacy, Popular culture page.
Gus Arriola paid tribute to Carson in 1970 on the anniversary of her death with this cartoon. We found this image on the Silent Spring in Popular culture webpage published by Enviroment and Society portal. We used this picture on the Legacy, Popular culture page.
Harris, and Ewing. Portrait of Theodore Roosevelt, 1904. 1904. The U.S. National Records Archives and Records Administration. The National Archives. Web. 12 Mar. 2015.
We used this portrait of President Theodore Roosevelt in the early conservationist page. As a President he passed many laws to protect the environment and was responsible for the establishment of many National Parks and Wildlife refuges.
Haynes, Frank J. Postcard of the Roosevelt Arch at the North Entrance. N.d. Yellowstone's Photo Collection. Yellowstone's Photo Collection. Web. 12 Mar. 2015.
We used this picture of the Yellowstone National Park in the early conservationist page. Yellowstone was the first National park established in 1872, which helped to protect wildlife and the natural wonders of the area from human encroachment.
We used this portrait of President Theodore Roosevelt in the early conservationist page. As a President he passed many laws to protect the environment and was responsible for the establishment of many National Parks and Wildlife refuges.
Haynes, Frank J. Postcard of the Roosevelt Arch at the North Entrance. N.d. Yellowstone's Photo Collection. Yellowstone's Photo Collection. Web. 12 Mar. 2015.
We used this picture of the Yellowstone National Park in the early conservationist page. Yellowstone was the first National park established in 1872, which helped to protect wildlife and the natural wonders of the area from human encroachment.
How about DDT. 1946. Nebraska Farmer. Living History Farm. Web. 5 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the front cover of the Nebraska Farmer. This article is on DDT and the benefits of the pesticide in houses to prevent insects or diseases. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to show the use of pesticides in houses
This is a picture of the front cover of the Nebraska Farmer. This article is on DDT and the benefits of the pesticide in houses to prevent insects or diseases. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to show the use of pesticides in houses
James Delaney. N.d. Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives. Biographical Directory Of the United States Congress. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of Representative James Delany. He was the person who triggered the signing of the Delany Clause to the Food Additives Amendment of 1958. This picture of him was used on the Environmental Movement page.
This is a picture of Representative James Delany. He was the person who triggered the signing of the Delany Clause to the Food Additives Amendment of 1958. This picture of him was used on the Environmental Movement page.
John Burroughs Memorial Association. Digital image. John Burroughs Medal Award List. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the John Burroughs medal. We used this picture on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson rose to fame and became an influential leader
This is a picture of the John Burroughs medal. We used this picture on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson rose to fame and became an influential leader
John Muir. N.d. Museum Collections At John Muir Historic Site. National Park Service Museum Management Program. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used this picture of John Muir in the early conservationist page. John Muir is credited with establishing the Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks. He is also the founder of Sierra Club that is active even today in all political and social issues relating to the environment. He was an active opponent of damming the Hetch-Hetchy valley in Yosemite, a battle that he eventually lost.
We used this picture of John Muir in the early conservationist page. John Muir is credited with establishing the Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks. He is also the founder of Sierra Club that is active even today in all political and social issues relating to the environment. He was an active opponent of damming the Hetch-Hetchy valley in Yosemite, a battle that he eventually lost.
Lear, Linda. "Rachel Carson and the Awakening of Environmental Consciousness." Wilderness and American Identity. Lear/Carson Archive. National Humanities Center, 1 June 2002. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
We used the image of the Praying Mantis to show how even beneficial insects were destroyed by the use of pesticides. This cartoon was used on the Popular Culture page.
We used the image of the Praying Mantis to show how even beneficial insects were destroyed by the use of pesticides. This cartoon was used on the Popular Culture page.
"Monsanto Magazine." The Desolate Year (n.d.): n. pag. University of Minnesota, Oct. 1962. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the Monsanto company’s original publication of “The Desolate Year”, and was used on the controversy page.
This is a picture of the Monsanto company’s original publication of “The Desolate Year”, and was used on the controversy page.
Mouldin, Bill. "Another Such Victory and I Am Undone" 1962. Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress. America's Library. Web. 4 Jan. 2015.
This political cartoon portray’s the public’s reaction to Rachel Carson’s “Silent Spring”. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to show a reality that American’s had failed to consider and it also shows Carson’s inspirational quality.
This political cartoon portray’s the public’s reaction to Rachel Carson’s “Silent Spring”. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to show a reality that American’s had failed to consider and it also shows Carson’s inspirational quality.
National Book Award Winners. 1952. The Associated Press, New York City
This picture portrays Rachel Carson accepting the National Book Award. We used it on the”spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson’s rise to fame helped her spread the message that was contained in her books and helped her books reach a broader audience.
This picture portrays Rachel Carson accepting the National Book Award. We used it on the”spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson’s rise to fame helped her spread the message that was contained in her books and helped her books reach a broader audience.
National Wildlife Federation Logo. Digital image. National Wildlife Federation. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the National Wildlife Federation logo. The National Wildlife Federation was one of the organizations that were against the use of pesticides as it hurt the wildlife and the ecosystem. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page to show that effort of the organizations to stop the overuse of pesticides across America.
This is a picture of the National Wildlife Federation logo. The National Wildlife Federation was one of the organizations that were against the use of pesticides as it hurt the wildlife and the ecosystem. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page to show that effort of the organizations to stop the overuse of pesticides across America.
Peanuts Comic strip. 20 Feb. 1963. By Charles Schlutz.
Carson appeared in the comics pages of newspapers. In 1962 and 1963. Charles Schultz referred to her in four different daily strips in his hugely popular Peanuts comic strip. We found this image on the Silent Spring in Popular culture webpage published by Environment and Society portal.We used one of the images from 1963 on our Popular culture page.
Carson appeared in the comics pages of newspapers. In 1962 and 1963. Charles Schultz referred to her in four different daily strips in his hugely popular Peanuts comic strip. We found this image on the Silent Spring in Popular culture webpage published by Environment and Society portal.We used one of the images from 1963 on our Popular culture page.
Photograph of Rachel Carson at a Typewriter. N.d. Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Beinecke Digital Collections. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This picture shows Rachel Carson at a typewriter. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to supplement the idea that Rachel Carson had come from modest beginnings, simply wanting to spread her message of environmental conservation through her aptitude for writing.
This picture shows Rachel Carson at a typewriter. We used it on the “Silent Spring” page to supplement the idea that Rachel Carson had come from modest beginnings, simply wanting to spread her message of environmental conservation through her aptitude for writing.
Prints, Lithographs and Engravings of American Scenery. 1847-1920. The Library Of Congress, Washington DC. The Evolution of the Conservation Movement. The Library Congress. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used some of the early photographs portraying the varied landscapes of America in the Early Conservationist page. Throughout the latter half of the nineteenth century, artists, photographers, and printmakers created archetypally powerful images of America's wild landscapes. These were circulated widely in various forms and nation's perception of its natural heritage.
We used some of the early photographs portraying the varied landscapes of America in the Early Conservationist page. Throughout the latter half of the nineteenth century, artists, photographers, and printmakers created archetypally powerful images of America's wild landscapes. These were circulated widely in various forms and nation's perception of its natural heritage.
Rachel Carson, Head-and-shoulders Portrait, Speaking before Senate Government Operations Subcommittee Studying Pesticide Spraying. 1963. Library Of Congress, Washington DC. Library Of Congress. N.p.: n.p., n.d. N. pag. Print.
This picture shows Rachel Carson delivering her testimony to the Senate. We used it on the “Mobilizing America” page to show her leadership in convincing the government to take action.
Rachel Carson Wins Achievement Award. 1956. AAUW, Washington D.C.AAUW Journal. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This picture shows Rachel Carson accepting her award from the AAUW and a journal article that they published along with it. We used this picture on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson rose to fame and became an influential leader.
Roberts, Bill. Waterfoul. 1964. Cleveland State Library Special Collections, Cleveland. Cleveland Historical. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This is a political cartoon on the pollution of rivers in the United States. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, pollution was a major problem as humans did not see the consequences of their actions. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
This picture shows Rachel Carson delivering her testimony to the Senate. We used it on the “Mobilizing America” page to show her leadership in convincing the government to take action.
Rachel Carson Wins Achievement Award. 1956. AAUW, Washington D.C.AAUW Journal. Web. 3 Jan. 2015.
This picture shows Rachel Carson accepting her award from the AAUW and a journal article that they published along with it. We used this picture on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson rose to fame and became an influential leader.
Roberts, Bill. Waterfoul. 1964. Cleveland State Library Special Collections, Cleveland. Cleveland Historical. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This is a political cartoon on the pollution of rivers in the United States. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, pollution was a major problem as humans did not see the consequences of their actions. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Sierra Club Logo. Digital image. Sierra Club. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of the Sierra Club logo. The Sierra Club was an organization that was against the over use of pesticides across America before the modern environmental movement, as it harmed the wildlife and the ecosystems. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Signs Posted during the 1959 Cranberry Crisis Indicating These Berries Had Been Tested and Cleared for Consumption. The Cranberry Contamination Was First Reported in the Pacific Northwest, but Soon After, Cranberries Grown in Other States Were Implicated as Well.1959. US Food and Drug Administration. This Week In FDA History. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of approved cranberries in the late 1950’s. During this time it was found that certain cranberries carried carcinogens that were eminent in rats. This would be harmful to the health of the public and the causes of these carcinogens were determined as pesticides. This event happened right before Thanksgiving and warned the public of the consequences of overusing pesticides. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
This is a picture of the Sierra Club logo. The Sierra Club was an organization that was against the over use of pesticides across America before the modern environmental movement, as it harmed the wildlife and the ecosystems. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Signs Posted during the 1959 Cranberry Crisis Indicating These Berries Had Been Tested and Cleared for Consumption. The Cranberry Contamination Was First Reported in the Pacific Northwest, but Soon After, Cranberries Grown in Other States Were Implicated as Well.1959. US Food and Drug Administration. This Week In FDA History. Web. 13 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of approved cranberries in the late 1950’s. During this time it was found that certain cranberries carried carcinogens that were eminent in rats. This would be harmful to the health of the public and the causes of these carcinogens were determined as pesticides. This event happened right before Thanksgiving and warned the public of the consequences of overusing pesticides. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Society of American Foresters Logo. Digital image. Society Of American Foresters. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This was a picture of the logo of the Society of American Foresters. They were one of the organizations to notice the consequences of using pesticides on the wildlife and ecosystems. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
This was a picture of the logo of the Society of American Foresters. They were one of the organizations to notice the consequences of using pesticides on the wildlife and ecosystems. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
"Senator Tom Udall." Congress.gov. Library of Congress, n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
This picture of Senator Tom Udall was used on the future page.Somdal, Carl. "Another Atomic Bomb." The Chicago Tribune 24 Aug. 1945: n. pag. Print.
This is a political cartoon of the effect of DDT. It is showing that for the insects on the planet DDT is like an atomic bomb as it will eradicate all of the insects. People thought that this was good for the society so the mass used DDT. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Spraying Enlisted Men's Barracks with DDT at 3rd Platoon, 26th Field Hospital. 1944. US National Library of Medicine. Images From the History of Medicine. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of DDT being sprayed in the army. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases than on the battlefield before DDT was created. With this new pesticide soldiers could fight dangerous diseases like typhus and malaria. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the use of DDT in the military.
"Support the Sierra Club." The Sierra Club. Sierra Club, n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
A picture of the Sierra Club was used on the future page.
"The Nobel Peace Prize 2007." NoblePrize.org. Noble Media AB, n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
A picture of the Honorable Al Gore from this website was used on the future page.
Timber Operations, Skykomish, Washington. N.d. American Environmental Photographs, Skykomish. Library of Congress. Web. 16 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the land after the resources have been overused. In the late 1800s and early 1900s Americans developed the idea that the resources on the Earth would never disappear. This picture shows the effects of that kind of thinking
This picture of Senator Tom Udall was used on the future page.Somdal, Carl. "Another Atomic Bomb." The Chicago Tribune 24 Aug. 1945: n. pag. Print.
This is a political cartoon of the effect of DDT. It is showing that for the insects on the planet DDT is like an atomic bomb as it will eradicate all of the insects. People thought that this was good for the society so the mass used DDT. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Spraying Enlisted Men's Barracks with DDT at 3rd Platoon, 26th Field Hospital. 1944. US National Library of Medicine. Images From the History of Medicine. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of DDT being sprayed in the army. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases than on the battlefield before DDT was created. With this new pesticide soldiers could fight dangerous diseases like typhus and malaria. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the use of DDT in the military.
"Support the Sierra Club." The Sierra Club. Sierra Club, n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
A picture of the Sierra Club was used on the future page.
"The Nobel Peace Prize 2007." NoblePrize.org. Noble Media AB, n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
A picture of the Honorable Al Gore from this website was used on the future page.
Timber Operations, Skykomish, Washington. N.d. American Environmental Photographs, Skykomish. Library of Congress. Web. 16 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the land after the resources have been overused. In the late 1800s and early 1900s Americans developed the idea that the resources on the Earth would never disappear. This picture shows the effects of that kind of thinking
United Kingdom. Her Majesty's Stationery Office. I'm Looking For You Fever Malaria' By ABRAM GAMES. Nottingham: n.p., 1939-1945. Imperial War Museums. Web. 9 Jan. 2015
This is a poster that shows the harmful disease malaria. During World War II, malaria was wide spread , especially abroad, and was killing many soldiers. This poster was used on the Road to Pesticides to show the importance of malaria to the creation of DDT
United States. Government Printing Office. Don't Be a Dummy-- Avoid Malaria Keep Covered, Use Repellent! Washington DC: n.p., 1944. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on malaria that was used during World War II. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases than on the battlefield. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides to showcase the key issue of malaria.
United States. Government Printing Office. Don't Go to Bed with a Malaria Mosquito. Washington DC: n.p., 1944. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on Malaria that was used during the mid 1940s. During World War II soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the impact of malaria on soldiers.
United States. Office Of Emergency Management. Typhus Is Spread by Lice. Washington DC: n.p., 1943-1945. National Archives. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on Typhus during World War II. Typhus was a major epidemic along with malaria and many soldiers were dying from these diseases. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to enforce the diseases killing the soldiers.
United States. War Department. This Is Ann. By Theodore Geisel. Washington DC: n.p., 1943. The Young Diptera Site. United States Department Of Agriculture. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture created by Dr. Seuss to show the causes of malaria, mosquitoes. This poster was a humorous way of showing the cause of malaria that was so deadly to all the soldiers. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the soldiers killed by diseases.
United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Is Your Organization Prepared to Fight Both Enemies. Washington DC: Navy Department, 1945. US National Library of Medicine. Web. 19 Jan. 2015.
This picture was on the soldiers having to fight the Japanese soldiers and the insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. This was used on the Historical Context page as the beginning picture to the Road to Pesticides page.
United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Man-Made Malaria. Washington DC: n.p., 1945. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster created during World War II to inform the soldiers of insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. These diseases were killing more US soldiers than the battlefield. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page.
View across Hetch Hetchy Valley, Early 1900s. early 1900s. San Joaquin Valley & Sierra Foothills Photo Heritage. Calisphere, University Of California. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used a picture of the Hetch Hetchy Valley prior to the construction of the dam in the Early Conservationist page. The Hetch Hetchy dam was the first environmental controversy that triggered national debate over environmental preservation..
Wanton Destruction of Buffalo. 1872. Brown University. Buffalo Tales: The Near-Extermination of the American Bison. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This is a poster from the 1800's when buffalo were being ruthlessly killed for certain parts of their body or for entertainment. This kind of slaughter was not looked down upon during the 1800's yet a common part of everyday life. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Water, Water Everywhere, But Not a Drop Fit to Drink. 1937. Philadelphia. Philadelphia Record. Web. 21 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the water pollution in the early and mid 1900's. During this time there was major pollution and the ecosystems were being destroyed. This picture was used on the Environmental Awareness under Historical Context.
This is a poster that shows the harmful disease malaria. During World War II, malaria was wide spread , especially abroad, and was killing many soldiers. This poster was used on the Road to Pesticides to show the importance of malaria to the creation of DDT
United States. Government Printing Office. Don't Be a Dummy-- Avoid Malaria Keep Covered, Use Repellent! Washington DC: n.p., 1944. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on malaria that was used during World War II. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases than on the battlefield. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides to showcase the key issue of malaria.
United States. Government Printing Office. Don't Go to Bed with a Malaria Mosquito. Washington DC: n.p., 1944. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on Malaria that was used during the mid 1940s. During World War II soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the impact of malaria on soldiers.
United States. Office Of Emergency Management. Typhus Is Spread by Lice. Washington DC: n.p., 1943-1945. National Archives. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster on Typhus during World War II. Typhus was a major epidemic along with malaria and many soldiers were dying from these diseases. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to enforce the diseases killing the soldiers.
United States. War Department. This Is Ann. By Theodore Geisel. Washington DC: n.p., 1943. The Young Diptera Site. United States Department Of Agriculture. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture created by Dr. Seuss to show the causes of malaria, mosquitoes. This poster was a humorous way of showing the cause of malaria that was so deadly to all the soldiers. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the soldiers killed by diseases.
United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Is Your Organization Prepared to Fight Both Enemies. Washington DC: Navy Department, 1945. US National Library of Medicine. Web. 19 Jan. 2015.
This picture was on the soldiers having to fight the Japanese soldiers and the insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. This was used on the Historical Context page as the beginning picture to the Road to Pesticides page.
United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Man-Made Malaria. Washington DC: n.p., 1945. US National Library Of Medicine. Web. 9 Jan. 2015.
This is a poster created during World War II to inform the soldiers of insect-borne diseases like malaria and typhus. These diseases were killing more US soldiers than the battlefield. This picture was used on the Road to Pesticides page.
View across Hetch Hetchy Valley, Early 1900s. early 1900s. San Joaquin Valley & Sierra Foothills Photo Heritage. Calisphere, University Of California. Web. 10 Mar. 2015.
We used a picture of the Hetch Hetchy Valley prior to the construction of the dam in the Early Conservationist page. The Hetch Hetchy dam was the first environmental controversy that triggered national debate over environmental preservation..
Wanton Destruction of Buffalo. 1872. Brown University. Buffalo Tales: The Near-Extermination of the American Bison. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This is a poster from the 1800's when buffalo were being ruthlessly killed for certain parts of their body or for entertainment. This kind of slaughter was not looked down upon during the 1800's yet a common part of everyday life. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Water, Water Everywhere, But Not a Drop Fit to Drink. 1937. Philadelphia. Philadelphia Record. Web. 21 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the water pollution in the early and mid 1900's. During this time there was major pollution and the ecosystems were being destroyed. This picture was used on the Environmental Awareness under Historical Context.
Lear, Linda, E-mail Interview by Kavya Ramamoorthy, Maanasa Nathan, Priya Ramamoorthy, Smrithi Mahadevan, Hamsini Nathan. 15 Jan 2015.
Dr. Lear is considered Rachel Carson's definitive biographer as well as an author dedicated to conserving Carson's legacy. From the interview we conducted, Dr. Lear provided a new perspective on Carson's leadership, and explained how she was a "prophetic voice of the later environmental movement." as well as the fact that Carson had a worldwide impact that caused DDT to be banned in numerous countries and led to the emergence of an "environmental ethic".
Musil, Robert K., E-mail Interview by Kavya Ramamoorthy, Maanasa Nathan, Priya Ramamoorthy, Smrithi Mahadevan, Hamsini Nathan. 20 Dec 2014
Dr. Musil is the President of the Rachel Carson Council, a Professor at American University, and the author of “Rachel Carson and her Sisters”. During our research we found that Dr. Musil is a dedicated environmentalist as well as has done thorough research on Carson and her legacy. From his interview he reiterated Carson’s main message, which was the interconnection between man and nature and how we must work to preserve our environment.
"CBS News Restrospective." The Silent Spring Of Rachel Carson. CBS. 3 Apr. 1963. Television.
This video helped to epitomize the impact of Silent Spring on the American public and conscience. The video features the background of pesticides, the book and how it has ignited feverish controversy. This gave us insight not only into the Historical Context and the Controversy pages but also help accent our leadership pages. The three places we use this video, Silent Spring, Mobilizing America and Conclusion page help to explain Carson’s message in her novel, “Silent Spring”, portray the praise the novel received and foreshadow that her words would endure.
This video helped to epitomize the impact of Silent Spring on the American public and conscience. The video features the background of pesticides, the book and how it has ignited feverish controversy. This gave us insight not only into the Historical Context and the Controversy pages but also help accent our leadership pages. The three places we use this video, Silent Spring, Mobilizing America and Conclusion page help to explain Carson’s message in her novel, “Silent Spring”, portray the praise the novel received and foreshadow that her words would endure.
Horne, Lena. Silent Spring. Here's Lena - Now! 1963. YouTube. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
Jazz musician Lena Horne honored Silent Spring in her album Here's Lena - Now! We cited her Silent Spring song from this album on the Popular culture page. The song was written for her by E. Y. Harburg and Harold Arlen.
Jazz musician Lena Horne honored Silent Spring in her album Here's Lena - Now! We cited her Silent Spring song from this album on the Popular culture page. The song was written for her by E. Y. Harburg and Harold Arlen.
Mitchell, Joni. Big Yellow Taxi. Ladies of the Canyon. 1970. YouTube. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
The song is known for its environmental concern – "They paved paradise to put up a parking lot" and "Hey farmer, farmer, put away that DDT now" – and sentimental sound. We mentioned it on the Legacy - Popular Culture page.
Universal News Volume 19, Release 506, Story #2, May 27, 1946. MCA/Universal Pictures., 1946. US National Archives. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.
This video was a newsreel from 1946 on DDT. In the 1940’s and 1950’s the public loved the idea that insects could be killed and they thought it would benefit the society. The newsreel explains how DDT was sprayed throughout cities to insure protection against insects and diseases. This video was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the bringing of insecticides home.
The song is known for its environmental concern – "They paved paradise to put up a parking lot" and "Hey farmer, farmer, put away that DDT now" – and sentimental sound. We mentioned it on the Legacy - Popular Culture page.
Universal News Volume 19, Release 506, Story #2, May 27, 1946. MCA/Universal Pictures., 1946. US National Archives. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.
This video was a newsreel from 1946 on DDT. In the 1940’s and 1950’s the public loved the idea that insects could be killed and they thought it would benefit the society. The newsreel explains how DDT was sprayed throughout cities to insure protection against insects and diseases. This video was used on the Road to Pesticides page to show the bringing of insecticides home.
Carson, Rachel L. "Design for Nature Writing." John Burroughs Medal Acceptance Speech. New York City. Lost Woods: The Discovered Writing of Rachel Carson. Boston: Beacon, n.d. Print.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1952 when she was given the John Burroughs Medal. We used this speech on the “Spreading Awareness” Page to show that Rachel Carson’s main goal was to educate the common man and that this made her a unique leader because she was relatable.
Carson, Rachel L. "In Today Already Walks Tomorrow." Scripps College Commecement. Calremont. 12 June 1962. Speech.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1962 to explain her crusade against the indiscriminate use of pesticide and encourage the younger generation to take an interest in the environment. We used this speech on the “Silent Spring” page to emphasize Carson’s message that man cannot conquer nature.
Carson, Rachel L. "National Book Awards." National Book Awards Acceptance Speeches. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1952, when she received the National Book Award. We used this speech on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson considered science to be a part of everyday life that all people should be aware of. This helped to show how she was a relatable leader.
United States. Cong. Senate. Committee on Government Operations. Hearing on Environmental Hazards: Control of Pesticides and Other Chemical Poisons June 4, 1963. 88th Cong. 1st session. Washington: GPO, 1963 (statement of Rachel L Carson).
This speech was used on the “Mobilizing America” page to portray the conviction and passion with which Rachel Carson, even in her last moments led the fight to protect the government. This speech was her address to the Senate, and demonstrated the ripple effect that Carson’s work had on the American conscience to the point at which even the government, who had previously vigorously advocated for the use of pesticides, began conducting investigations on their potential hazards.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1952 when she was given the John Burroughs Medal. We used this speech on the “Spreading Awareness” Page to show that Rachel Carson’s main goal was to educate the common man and that this made her a unique leader because she was relatable.
Carson, Rachel L. "In Today Already Walks Tomorrow." Scripps College Commecement. Calremont. 12 June 1962. Speech.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1962 to explain her crusade against the indiscriminate use of pesticide and encourage the younger generation to take an interest in the environment. We used this speech on the “Silent Spring” page to emphasize Carson’s message that man cannot conquer nature.
Carson, Rachel L. "National Book Awards." National Book Awards Acceptance Speeches. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
Rachel Carson gave this speech in 1952, when she received the National Book Award. We used this speech on the “Spreading Awareness” page to show how Carson considered science to be a part of everyday life that all people should be aware of. This helped to show how she was a relatable leader.
United States. Cong. Senate. Committee on Government Operations. Hearing on Environmental Hazards: Control of Pesticides and Other Chemical Poisons June 4, 1963. 88th Cong. 1st session. Washington: GPO, 1963 (statement of Rachel L Carson).
This speech was used on the “Mobilizing America” page to portray the conviction and passion with which Rachel Carson, even in her last moments led the fight to protect the government. This speech was her address to the Senate, and demonstrated the ripple effect that Carson’s work had on the American conscience to the point at which even the government, who had previously vigorously advocated for the use of pesticides, began conducting investigations on their potential hazards.
"Conservation in the Progressive Era." Library of Congress. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Mar. 2015.
This is an article on the overuse of resources during the late 1800's and early 1900's. The devastations of overusing the resources were ignored as greed overpowered common sense in man. A quote from this article was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context
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Lewis, Jack. "The Birth of EPA." EPA United States Environmental Protection Agency. EPA Journal, Nov. 1985. Web. 20 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from the EPA's page about the influence of Rachel Carson in the creation of the Environment Protection Agency.
This is an article on the overuse of resources during the late 1800's and early 1900's. The devastations of overusing the resources were ignored as greed overpowered common sense in man. A quote from this article was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context
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Lewis, Jack. "The Birth of EPA." EPA United States Environmental Protection Agency. EPA Journal, Nov. 1985. Web. 20 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from the EPA's page about the influence of Rachel Carson in the creation of the Environment Protection Agency.
"National Environmental Policy Act." EPA. Environmental Protection Agency, n.d. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
We used information from this website to describe the role of the National Environmental Policy Act.
We used information from this website to describe the role of the National Environmental Policy Act.
Brooks, Paul, and Rachel Carson. The House of Life: Rachel Carson at Work: With Selections from Her Writings, Published and Unpublished. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1989. Print.
This book has a collection of original writings of Rachel Carson. It also had a great collection of political cartoons and pictures of Rachel Carson. We used some cartoons from this book ( Praying Mantis, Peanuts) on the popular culture page.
This book has a collection of original writings of Rachel Carson. It also had a great collection of political cartoons and pictures of Rachel Carson. We used some cartoons from this book ( Praying Mantis, Peanuts) on the popular culture page.
BUHS, Joshua BLU. The FireAnt Wars. N.p.: U Of Chicago, 2004. Google Books. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This book is about the war to eradicate the fire ants. The government thought that they were a threat to human civilization so began to wipe the fire ants out with pesticides. People opposed this plan and advocated against the use of pesticides. A quote from this book was used on the Environmental Movement page.
C, Charles, McManus, and Michael L. Doane. The Gypsy Moth: Research Toward Integrated Pest Management. N.p.: U.S. Department of Agriculture, n.d. Hathi Trust Digital Library. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
This was an article written about the spraying of the Gypsy Moth with DDT. Many people were opposed of this way of eradicating the Gypsy Moths and they voiced their opinion. It was the first time people spoke out against pesticides. A quote from this article was used on the Environmental Movement page.
This book is about the war to eradicate the fire ants. The government thought that they were a threat to human civilization so began to wipe the fire ants out with pesticides. People opposed this plan and advocated against the use of pesticides. A quote from this book was used on the Environmental Movement page.
C, Charles, McManus, and Michael L. Doane. The Gypsy Moth: Research Toward Integrated Pest Management. N.p.: U.S. Department of Agriculture, n.d. Hathi Trust Digital Library. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
This was an article written about the spraying of the Gypsy Moth with DDT. Many people were opposed of this way of eradicating the Gypsy Moths and they voiced their opinion. It was the first time people spoke out against pesticides. A quote from this article was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Dunlap, Thomas R. DDT, Silent Spring, and the Rise of Environmentalism: Classic Texts. Seattle: U of Washington, 2008. Print.
This book was a collection of documents that showed us the shifting attitudes toward DDT and pesticides in general through a variety of sources. We used this book to gain insight into the debate that “Silent Spring” caused and explained why it was known as the “poison book”.
This book was a collection of documents that showed us the shifting attitudes toward DDT and pesticides in general through a variety of sources. We used this book to gain insight into the debate that “Silent Spring” caused and explained why it was known as the “poison book”.
Lear, Linda J. Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature. New York: H. Holt, 1997. Print.
This biography shows the origins of Carson's fierce dedication to natural science--and tells the dramatic story of how Carson, already a famous nature writer, became a brilliant if reluctant reformer. This book gave us insight into Carson's personal life and explained her love for the environment and lasting messages in a narrative way. We used information from this book to talk about the legacy of Rachel Carson.
Lytle, Mark H. The Gentle Subversive: Rachel Carson, Silent Spring, and the Rise of the Environmental Movement. New York: Oxford UP, 2007. Print.
This biography of Rachel Carson explains her journey to her book “Silent Spring” and how it caused the debate of the decade and antagonized not only chemical industries but also the government. We used this book for background information and research throughout our website.
Masterson, Karen. The Malaria Project: The U.S. Government's Secret Mission to Find a Miracle Cure. N.p.: NAL Hardcover, 2014. Print.
This book was on malaria, the disease that killed many of United States soldiers. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases like malaria than on the battlefield. It provided good quotes which were used on the Road to Pesticides page.
This biography shows the origins of Carson's fierce dedication to natural science--and tells the dramatic story of how Carson, already a famous nature writer, became a brilliant if reluctant reformer. This book gave us insight into Carson's personal life and explained her love for the environment and lasting messages in a narrative way. We used information from this book to talk about the legacy of Rachel Carson.
Lytle, Mark H. The Gentle Subversive: Rachel Carson, Silent Spring, and the Rise of the Environmental Movement. New York: Oxford UP, 2007. Print.
This biography of Rachel Carson explains her journey to her book “Silent Spring” and how it caused the debate of the decade and antagonized not only chemical industries but also the government. We used this book for background information and research throughout our website.
Masterson, Karen. The Malaria Project: The U.S. Government's Secret Mission to Find a Miracle Cure. N.p.: NAL Hardcover, 2014. Print.
This book was on malaria, the disease that killed many of United States soldiers. More soldiers were dying from insect-borne diseases like malaria than on the battlefield. It provided good quotes which were used on the Road to Pesticides page.
Matthiessen, Peter. Courage for the Earth: Writers, Scientists, and Activists Celebrate the Life and Writing of Rachel Carson. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 2007. Print.
In this book, many scientists and writers give compelling evidence that Carson's transformative insights - her courage for the earth - are giving a new generation of activists the inspiration they need to protect the earth and the environment. We used a quote from pg 139 of the book on the EPA page.
In this book, many scientists and writers give compelling evidence that Carson's transformative insights - her courage for the earth - are giving a new generation of activists the inspiration they need to protect the earth and the environment. We used a quote from pg 139 of the book on the EPA page.
Meiners, Roger E., Pierre Desrochers, and Andrew P. Morriss. Silent Spring at 50: The False Crises of Rachel Carson. Washington, D.C.: Cato Institute, 2012. Print.
This book explores “Silent Spring” and its context, science, and the policy changes due to its ideas. The conclusions it show that the legacy of Silent Spring is highly problematic because it did not provide a balanced opinion and ignored evidence that would have contradicted the work. We used this book to show that even today Carson’s work is not universally accepted.
This book explores “Silent Spring” and its context, science, and the policy changes due to its ideas. The conclusions it show that the legacy of Silent Spring is highly problematic because it did not provide a balanced opinion and ignored evidence that would have contradicted the work. We used this book to show that even today Carson’s work is not universally accepted.
Souder, William. On a Farther Shore: The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson. New York: Crown, 2012. Print.
This biography of Rachel Carson shows how an unassuming biologist transformed our relationship with the natural world. We used information from this book to build the layout of our legacy pages.
This biography of Rachel Carson shows how an unassuming biologist transformed our relationship with the natural world. We used information from this book to build the layout of our legacy pages.
Bailes, Kendall E. "Environmental History: Critical Issues in Comparative Perspective." University Of America Press (1985): n. pag. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
This article on the Hetch Hetchy Valley controversy was insightful because not only did it show the start of Americans sacrificing prosperity for a healthy environment but also it showed the role women conservationists had in protesting the building of the dam. We used a quote from this on the Early Conservationist page.
Brennan, Morgan. "List: America's Most Polluted Cities." Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 28 Apr. 2011. Web. 28 Mar. 2015.
The article analysed the annual state of the air report from the American Lung Association and health effects of air pollution. We used a picture from this article showing the health effect of pollution on the DDT ban page.
This article on the Hetch Hetchy Valley controversy was insightful because not only did it show the start of Americans sacrificing prosperity for a healthy environment but also it showed the role women conservationists had in protesting the building of the dam. We used a quote from this on the Early Conservationist page.
Brennan, Morgan. "List: America's Most Polluted Cities." Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 28 Apr. 2011. Web. 28 Mar. 2015.
The article analysed the annual state of the air report from the American Lung Association and health effects of air pollution. We used a picture from this article showing the health effect of pollution on the DDT ban page.
Cohn, Barbara A. et al. “DDT and Breast Cancer in Young Women: New Data on the Significance of Age at Exposure.” Environmental Health Perspectives 115.10 (2007): 1406–1414. PMC. Web. 28 Mar. 2015.
This recent article had data on the significance of DDT exposure in young women in the 1950's. We used a quote from the article to show the co-relation of DDT and cancer. We used a quote from this article on the DDT ban page.
This recent article had data on the significance of DDT exposure in young women in the 1950's. We used a quote from the article to show the co-relation of DDT and cancer. We used a quote from this article on the DDT ban page.
Gordon, Erin L. "History of the Modern Environmental Movement in America." (n.d.): n. pag. American Center, Mumbai. June 2012. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from this article published in a newsletter published by the American Center in Mumbai for the Environment Day 2012 celebrations. The article traces the history of the modern environmental movement in America back to Rachel Carson. The quote was used on the Legacy page.
We used a quote from this article published in a newsletter published by the American Center in Mumbai for the Environment Day 2012 celebrations. The article traces the history of the modern environmental movement in America back to Rachel Carson. The quote was used on the Legacy page.
Hazlett, Maril. 'Woman vs. Man vs. Bugs': Gender and Popular Ecology in Early Reactions to Silent Spring 9.4 (2004): n. pag. JSTOR. 14 Feb. 2011. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This document provided many quotes and pictures that were used on the controversy page and helped to identify the positions of Carson’s critics, such as their use of gender stereotypes to discredit her claims in Silent Spring.
This document provided many quotes and pictures that were used on the controversy page and helped to identify the positions of Carson’s critics, such as their use of gender stereotypes to discredit her claims in Silent Spring.
"How Important Was Rachel Carson's Silent Spring in the Recovery of Bald Eagles and Other Bird Species?" Scientific American Global RSS. N.p., 31 Aug. 2012. Web. 19 Jan. 2015.
We used information from this article to understand the actions taken by the Environmental Defence fund. We used a quote from this article on the EDF page.
We used information from this article to understand the actions taken by the Environmental Defence fund. We used a quote from this article on the EDF page.
Lewis, Jack. "The Spirit of the First Earth Day." EPA Journal 16.J.8 (1990): n. pag. Web. 20 Jan. 2015.
This article describes the first Earth Day gathering in 1970 in response to the environmental concerns raised by Rachel Carson's Silent Spring. We used a quote from this article on the Earth Day page.
This article describes the first Earth Day gathering in 1970 in response to the environmental concerns raised by Rachel Carson's Silent Spring. We used a quote from this article on the Earth Day page.
Monroe, Bob. "Earth Day Observed Across the Nation." Herald News 22 Apr. 1970. Joliet Public Library. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from this primary source newspaper article published in 1970 which talked about the Earth Day gathering.
We used a quote from this primary source newspaper article published in 1970 which talked about the Earth Day gathering.
"Moving Forward on the Climate Action Plan." EPA FACT SHEET: Reducing Carbon Pollution From Power Plants (n.d.): n. pag. Environmental Protection Agency. Web.
Information from this fact sheet was used on the future page to explain President Obama’s plan to combat global climate change.
Musil, Bob. "Rachel Carson's Legacy." The Huffington Post. The Huffington Post, 29 Mar. 2014. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Information from this article was used on the future page to show how Rachel Carson’s legacy is still relevant today as well as the new leaders that are emerging to fight the battle against the new problem facing the environment, global climate change.
Information from this fact sheet was used on the future page to explain President Obama’s plan to combat global climate change.
Musil, Bob. "Rachel Carson's Legacy." The Huffington Post. The Huffington Post, 29 Mar. 2014. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Information from this article was used on the future page to show how Rachel Carson’s legacy is still relevant today as well as the new leaders that are emerging to fight the battle against the new problem facing the environment, global climate change.
NAMEPA. "The Woes Of March." The British Medical Journal 2.1710 (1893): 803. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This article was used to explain the Torrey Canyon spill and how it led to an increased awareness in Europe for environmental conservation.
This article was used to explain the Torrey Canyon spill and how it led to an increased awareness in Europe for environmental conservation.
Norton, Edward. "Earth Day 2012: This Isn't About Tree-Hugging Anymore, It's About The Way We Live." The Huffington Post. TheHuffingtonPost.com, 21 Apr. 2012. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
This article published for the anniversary of Earth day in 2012 talks about how the environment movement is not about saving a tree but changing the way we live so that a harmony is maintained between nature and humans. We used a quote from this article on the Legacy page.
This article published for the anniversary of Earth day in 2012 talks about how the environment movement is not about saving a tree but changing the way we live so that a harmony is maintained between nature and humans. We used a quote from this article on the Legacy page.
Payton, Brian. "Rachel Carson : Feature Articles." Earth Observatory. NASA, n.d. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from this article on the Legislation page. The quote emphasised how Rachel Carson lit a fire under the government with her books. We also used a picture of Rachel Carson receiving an award from Stuard Udall from this article. This picture is on the Legacy page.
Stampler, Laura. "Organic Food Sales Are on the Rise." Time. Time Magazine, 13 May 2014. Web. 24 Jan. 2015.
This article in the Time Magazine shows how more people are going organic. We used this information on the Organic Food Movement page.
We used a quote from this article on the Legislation page. The quote emphasised how Rachel Carson lit a fire under the government with her books. We also used a picture of Rachel Carson receiving an award from Stuard Udall from this article. This picture is on the Legacy page.
Stampler, Laura. "Organic Food Sales Are on the Rise." Time. Time Magazine, 13 May 2014. Web. 24 Jan. 2015.
This article in the Time Magazine shows how more people are going organic. We used this information on the Organic Food Movement page.
Stone, Daniel. "Is It Time to Retire Earth Day?" Newsweek 20 Apr. 2009. Print.
This article traces the roots of the environmental movement to the 1960's and talks about the debate over the earth day. We used a quote from this article explaining what earth day is.
This article traces the roots of the environmental movement to the 1960's and talks about the debate over the earth day. We used a quote from this article explaining what earth day is.
"Legacy of Rachel Carsons Silent Spring." Commemorative Booklet. American Chemical Society, 2012. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used a quote from the commemorative booklet produced by the National Historic Chemical Landmarks program of the American Chemical Society in 2012 about the Legacy of Rachel Carson.
We used a quote from the commemorative booklet produced by the National Historic Chemical Landmarks program of the American Chemical Society in 2012 about the Legacy of Rachel Carson.
Walsh, Bryan. "How Silent Spring Became the First Shot in the War Over the Environment." TIME. TIME, 25 Sept. 2012. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Information from this article was used on the controversy page, to show how many of Carson’s long term critics blame her for hundreds of thousands of deaths of people in third world countries, such as Africa, because of the ban on DDT.
Information from this article was used on the controversy page, to show how many of Carson’s long term critics blame her for hundreds of thousands of deaths of people in third world countries, such as Africa, because of the ban on DDT.
_United States. Department of Agriculture. DDT... for Control of Household Pests. N.p.: n.p., n.d. The Pop History Dig. Web. 5 Jan. 2015.
This document was an advertisement for DDT. After World War II DDT was brought to the United States and mass used across the country. This advertisement was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to showcase the use of DDT in houses.
United States. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Rachel Carson - A Conservation Legacy. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Oct. 2006. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This document discusses the leadership and legacy of Rachel Carson and highlights the major moments in her life. We used a quote form this document on the “Early Environmental Career” page to describe Carson’s early career at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
This document was an advertisement for DDT. After World War II DDT was brought to the United States and mass used across the country. This advertisement was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page to showcase the use of DDT in houses.
United States. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Rachel Carson - A Conservation Legacy. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Oct. 2006. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
This document discusses the leadership and legacy of Rachel Carson and highlights the major moments in her life. We used a quote form this document on the “Early Environmental Career” page to describe Carson’s early career at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Zuydam, Schalk Van. "Laura Bush Presses AIDS Fight in Africa" Laura Bush Presses AIDS Fight in Africa. USA Today, 27 June 2007. Web. 27 Mar. 2015.
This article gave us information about President George Bush's malaria initiative. In 2007, DDT was permitted again to control malaria. We used a quote from this article on the DDT Ban page.
This article gave us information about President George Bush's malaria initiative. In 2007, DDT was permitted again to control malaria. We used a quote from this article on the DDT Ban page.
Aerial Pesticide Spraying over Livestock, 1950s. N.d. Pop History Dig. Web. 7 Jan. 2015.
This was a picture of a plane spraying pesticides on livestock. Pesticides were used all across the United States. It was proven that the pesticides increased the production of healthy beef and milk in cows. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides to show the use of pesticides on farms.
This was a picture of a plane spraying pesticides on livestock. Pesticides were used all across the United States. It was proven that the pesticides increased the production of healthy beef and milk in cows. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides to show the use of pesticides on farms.
Ariail, Robert. EPA Regs. Digital image. Robert Ariail Editorial Cartoonist. N.p., 08 Dec. 2009. Web. 23 Jan. 2015.
We used this political cartoon to show how some people perceive the EPA regulations to be stalling the growth of the US economy. We added this cartoon to the EPA page.
Benbrook, Charles. Impacts of Genetically Engineered Crops on Pesticide Use in the United States: The First Thirteen Years (n.d.): n. pag. The Organic Center. Web.
This pie chart was used on the Today page to show how the use of herbicides has surpassed the use of insecticides in the modern day agricultural industry.
Bok, Chip. Environment and Society Portal. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This cartoon was used on the controversy page and links the ban on DDT with malaria victims in Africa.
Ciardiello, Joe. Rachel Carson and JFK, an Environmental Tag Team. 2012. Audubon Society. Audubon Magazine. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
We used this picture on the “Mobilizing America” page under Leadership. It depicts Carson and Kennedy as the perfect team to protect the environment. Carson’s was able to mobilize the public and Kennedy was able to mobilize Congress. This picture helps to supplement their cooperation during Carson’s testimony to the Senate.
We used this political cartoon to show how some people perceive the EPA regulations to be stalling the growth of the US economy. We added this cartoon to the EPA page.
Benbrook, Charles. Impacts of Genetically Engineered Crops on Pesticide Use in the United States: The First Thirteen Years (n.d.): n. pag. The Organic Center. Web.
This pie chart was used on the Today page to show how the use of herbicides has surpassed the use of insecticides in the modern day agricultural industry.
Bok, Chip. Environment and Society Portal. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This cartoon was used on the controversy page and links the ban on DDT with malaria victims in Africa.
Ciardiello, Joe. Rachel Carson and JFK, an Environmental Tag Team. 2012. Audubon Society. Audubon Magazine. Web. 10 Jan. 2015.
We used this picture on the “Mobilizing America” page under Leadership. It depicts Carson and Kennedy as the perfect team to protect the environment. Carson’s was able to mobilize the public and Kennedy was able to mobilize Congress. This picture helps to supplement their cooperation during Carson’s testimony to the Senate.
Cox's DDT Parrot. N.d. Pesticide Action Network. The DDT Story. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
This is a cartoon on the use of DDT in the United States. It is showing that DDT was considered good for the society and the public considered DDT a savior. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Fire Ant and Gypsy Moth. N.d. Living History Farm. Web. 15 Mar. 2015.
This picture is of the fire ant and the gypsy moth, two of the victims of DDT. While trying to eradicate these “pests” DDT harmed other ecosystems and the animals living in them. This picture was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
This is a cartoon on the use of DDT in the United States. It is showing that DDT was considered good for the society and the public considered DDT a savior. This picture was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Fire Ant and Gypsy Moth. N.d. Living History Farm. Web. 15 Mar. 2015.
This picture is of the fire ant and the gypsy moth, two of the victims of DDT. While trying to eradicate these “pests” DDT harmed other ecosystems and the animals living in them. This picture was used on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
Gray, Dana. "Sacramento Earth Day Logo." Dana Gray : Art Works. N.p., 2009. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used the watercolor logo created by Dana Gray for the Sacramento Earth Day celebrations on our legacy page.
"Gulf Oil Spill." Smithsonian Ocean Portal. Smithsonian Institution, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture was used on the Today page to show how the effects of from the Gulf Oil spill are still around.
We used the watercolor logo created by Dana Gray for the Sacramento Earth Day celebrations on our legacy page.
"Gulf Oil Spill." Smithsonian Ocean Portal. Smithsonian Institution, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture was used on the Today page to show how the effects of from the Gulf Oil spill are still around.
Heller, Joe. "Earth Day." Green Bay Press Gazette 18 Apr. 2012: n. pag. Print.
We used this cartoon on the Earth Day page.
"LA Smog: The Battle against Air Pollution." LA Smog: The Battle against Air Pollution. Marketplace, n.d. Web. 29 Mar. 2015.
This collection of pictures contained pictures of the effects of air pollution. They show that in some places the smog was so bad that humans needed gas masks to breathe. ON picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page and another on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
We used this cartoon on the Earth Day page.
"LA Smog: The Battle against Air Pollution." LA Smog: The Battle against Air Pollution. Marketplace, n.d. Web. 29 Mar. 2015.
This collection of pictures contained pictures of the effects of air pollution. They show that in some places the smog was so bad that humans needed gas masks to breathe. ON picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page and another on the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
"Make a #GlobalSelfie with NASA on Earth Day." NASA. NASA, 2014. Web. 23 Jan. 2015.
On Earth Day in 2014, NASA invited people to answer the question - Where on earth are you right now - with a selfie. We used the logo from this event on the Changing the conversation page because it shows how everyone in the world is talking about Earth Day now.
Moser, Jefferson F. The Salmon and Salmon Fisheries of Alaska. 1897. Loring. Alaskool. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the salmon fisheries in Alaska. There was a major overfishing in Alaska for salmon because the American public really liked canned salmon, but this overfishing caused a dramatic change in the ecosystem. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
On Earth Day in 2014, NASA invited people to answer the question - Where on earth are you right now - with a selfie. We used the logo from this event on the Changing the conversation page because it shows how everyone in the world is talking about Earth Day now.
Moser, Jefferson F. The Salmon and Salmon Fisheries of Alaska. 1897. Loring. Alaskool. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the salmon fisheries in Alaska. There was a major overfishing in Alaska for salmon because the American public really liked canned salmon, but this overfishing caused a dramatic change in the ecosystem. This picture was used on the Environmental Exploitation page under Historical Context.
Murder Flying Pests, Black Flag. Vintage Adventures. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Jan. 2015.
This is a picture of an advertisement for DDT. These advertisements were very popular in the 1950’s because the public loved the idea of eradicating the insects. This picture was used on the Historical Context page leading to the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Osteen, Craig, Richard Nehring, Seth Wechsler, and Jorge Cornejo. "Pesticide Use Peaked in 1981, Then Trended Downward, Driven by Technological Innovations and Other Factors." United States Department of Agriculture. N.p., 02 June 2014. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A graph from this article was used on the Today page that depicts the overall increased use of other insecticides, such as herbicides, with a decreased use of pesticides in general.
"Power in the Pen", Silent Spring 1962." The Pop History Dig. The Pop History Dig, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This was a picture of Dr. Robert White-Stevens, one of the main critics of Carson, which was used on the controversy page.
Rachel Carson Reef. N.d. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This picture, of the Rachel Carson coral reef found off the coast of Australia, was used on the world impact page.
"Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society." Rachel Carson Center. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat Munchen, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
The logo for this center was used on the world impact page.
"Senator Tom Udall." Congress.gov. Library of Congress, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator Tom Udall was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
"Senator Barbara Boxer." Congress.gov. Library of Congress, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator Barbara Boxerl was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
Silk, George. Ibis Eggs That Failed to Hatch as a Result of DDT. N.d. Science, Civilization, and Society. Web. 6 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the effect of DDT on the eggs of birds. The harmful DDT was overused in the mid 1900s to kill insects, but unintentionally ended up killing and harming birds and their offspring. This picture was used in the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
Spraying Insecticide from the Air to Kill Gypsy Moths Is Done Using Airplanes Such as This. N.d. Fighting The Gypsy Moths. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
This is a picture of a plane carrying DDT to spray the Gypsy Moth. During the 1950’s the Gypsy Moth became sch a big problem that the government decided to eradicated the pest with DDT. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Studio Bendib, ed. "Pesticide Industry Offended by First Lady's Organic Garden." The Pen Is Funnier than the Sword. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This picture is a cartoon of the first lady’s organic garden. The pesticide companies are trying to get her to use pesticides in her garden. It shows the beginning of citizens being concerned for the environment and questioning the safeness of DDT. This picture was used on the Historical Context page leading to the Environmental Page.
"U.S. Senator David Vitter of Louisiana." U.S. Senator David Vitter of Louisiana. N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator David Vitter was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
This is a picture of an advertisement for DDT. These advertisements were very popular in the 1950’s because the public loved the idea of eradicating the insects. This picture was used on the Historical Context page leading to the Golden Age of Pesticides page.
Osteen, Craig, Richard Nehring, Seth Wechsler, and Jorge Cornejo. "Pesticide Use Peaked in 1981, Then Trended Downward, Driven by Technological Innovations and Other Factors." United States Department of Agriculture. N.p., 02 June 2014. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A graph from this article was used on the Today page that depicts the overall increased use of other insecticides, such as herbicides, with a decreased use of pesticides in general.
"Power in the Pen", Silent Spring 1962." The Pop History Dig. The Pop History Dig, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This was a picture of Dr. Robert White-Stevens, one of the main critics of Carson, which was used on the controversy page.
Rachel Carson Reef. N.d. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This picture, of the Rachel Carson coral reef found off the coast of Australia, was used on the world impact page.
"Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society." Rachel Carson Center. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat Munchen, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
The logo for this center was used on the world impact page.
"Senator Tom Udall." Congress.gov. Library of Congress, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator Tom Udall was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
"Senator Barbara Boxer." Congress.gov. Library of Congress, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator Barbara Boxerl was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
Silk, George. Ibis Eggs That Failed to Hatch as a Result of DDT. N.d. Science, Civilization, and Society. Web. 6 Mar. 2015.
This is a picture of the effect of DDT on the eggs of birds. The harmful DDT was overused in the mid 1900s to kill insects, but unintentionally ended up killing and harming birds and their offspring. This picture was used in the Environmental Awareness page under Historical Context.
Spraying Insecticide from the Air to Kill Gypsy Moths Is Done Using Airplanes Such as This. N.d. Fighting The Gypsy Moths. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
This is a picture of a plane carrying DDT to spray the Gypsy Moth. During the 1950’s the Gypsy Moth became sch a big problem that the government decided to eradicated the pest with DDT. This picture was used on the Environmental Movement page.
Studio Bendib, ed. "Pesticide Industry Offended by First Lady's Organic Garden." The Pen Is Funnier than the Sword. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Jan. 2015.
This picture is a cartoon of the first lady’s organic garden. The pesticide companies are trying to get her to use pesticides in her garden. It shows the beginning of citizens being concerned for the environment and questioning the safeness of DDT. This picture was used on the Historical Context page leading to the Environmental Page.
"U.S. Senator David Vitter of Louisiana." U.S. Senator David Vitter of Louisiana. N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
This picture of Senator David Vitter was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page.
Madison, Mark, E-mail Interview by Kavya Ramamoorthy, Maanasa Nathan, Priya Ramamoorthy, Smrithi Mahadevan, Hamsini Nathan. 16 March 2015.
Dr. Madison is the current historian of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. He provided us with a perspective of Rachel Carson's career at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His quote "One person speaking truth to power really can make a difference" showed the power of Rachel Carson's leadership.
Souder, William. "A Conversation with William Souder." Interview by Mark Madison. National Digital Library. U.S Fish And Wildlife Service, 2012 Nov. 2012. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This interview between William Souder, a renowned biographer of Rachel Carson, and Mark Madison, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife historian, was insightful because it reflected on how Rachel Carson was the faultline between the Conservationist movement and the Modern Environmental Movement. The interview informed us about how conservationism focused more on specific parts of the environment and tried to isolate nature instead of controlling human action whereas environmentalism emphasized an individual’s responsibility to the environment and looking to nature as a whole. We used this concept throughout our website.
Dr. Madison is the current historian of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. He provided us with a perspective of Rachel Carson's career at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His quote "One person speaking truth to power really can make a difference" showed the power of Rachel Carson's leadership.
Souder, William. "A Conversation with William Souder." Interview by Mark Madison. National Digital Library. U.S Fish And Wildlife Service, 2012 Nov. 2012. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This interview between William Souder, a renowned biographer of Rachel Carson, and Mark Madison, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife historian, was insightful because it reflected on how Rachel Carson was the faultline between the Conservationist movement and the Modern Environmental Movement. The interview informed us about how conservationism focused more on specific parts of the environment and tried to isolate nature instead of controlling human action whereas environmentalism emphasized an individual’s responsibility to the environment and looking to nature as a whole. We used this concept throughout our website.
Lee, Kaiulani. "The Journey Begins, The Tradition Continues." Rachel Carson History Project. Rachel Carson Council, 2007. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
We used a slip from Kaiulani Lee's video on Rachel Carson on our Thesis page. Kaiulani Lee is a famous actress and playwright whose play about Rachel Carson, "A Sense of Wonder" has won various acclaims for her work. In the clip we have included, Lee introduces who Rachel Carson is.
We used a slip from Kaiulani Lee's video on Rachel Carson on our Thesis page. Kaiulani Lee is a famous actress and playwright whose play about Rachel Carson, "A Sense of Wonder" has won various acclaims for her work. In the clip we have included, Lee introduces who Rachel Carson is.
Villegas, Grillo. Primavera Silenciosa. Contigo Avanzar. 2006. YouTube. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
Bolivian popular rock singer Grillo Villegas's song “Primavera Silenciosa,” mourns ecological destruction and demands , “La primavera silenciosa / debe volver a cantar” (the silent spring / must sing again). We cited this song on the Popular culture page.
Bolivian popular rock singer Grillo Villegas's song “Primavera Silenciosa,” mourns ecological destruction and demands , “La primavera silenciosa / debe volver a cantar” (the silent spring / must sing again). We cited this song on the Popular culture page.
"Climate Change And President Obama's Climate Action Plan." The White House. The White House, n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2015.
Information from this document was used on the future page, such as quotes and pictures that explained how the new problem facing the environment was global climate change, and what President Obama planned to do to combat this.
Information from this document was used on the future page, such as quotes and pictures that explained how the new problem facing the environment was global climate change, and what President Obama planned to do to combat this.
"Earth Day: The History of a Movement." Earth Day Network Main. Earth Day Network. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
This article talks about the history of the Earth Day Movement. We used a quote from this article as the top quote for the Earth Day page.
Ehrlich, Paul R., David S. Dobkin, and Darryl Wheye. "DDT and Birds." DDT and Birds. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2015.
This article is about the pesticides and chemicals, while trying to kill insects, were also killing the birds. The harmful pesticides were ruining the ecosystems and the citizens widely accepted the chemicals without this knowledge. A quote from this article was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page under Historical Context.
This article talks about the history of the Earth Day Movement. We used a quote from this article as the top quote for the Earth Day page.
Ehrlich, Paul R., David S. Dobkin, and Darryl Wheye. "DDT and Birds." DDT and Birds. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2015.
This article is about the pesticides and chemicals, while trying to kill insects, were also killing the birds. The harmful pesticides were ruining the ecosystems and the citizens widely accepted the chemicals without this knowledge. A quote from this article was used on the Golden Age of Pesticides page under Historical Context.
Gore, Al. "Introduction to the 25th Anniversary Edition of Silent Spring." N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
A quote from this was used on the future page showing Carson’s continued relevance today.
A quote from this was used on the future page showing Carson’s continued relevance today.
Glenn, Alan. "Turbulent Origins of Ann Arbor’s First Earth Day." The Ann Arbor Chronicle, 22 Apr. 2009. Web. 22 Jan. 2015.
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor student activists drew national spotlight with 1970 teach-in on the environment. From this article, we got an image of a button titled "Give Earth a Chance" that was designed by some student activists. It was designed after the phrase, Give Peace a Chance. We used this image on the Changing the Environment page.
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor student activists drew national spotlight with 1970 teach-in on the environment. From this article, we got an image of a button titled "Give Earth a Chance" that was designed by some student activists. It was designed after the phrase, Give Peace a Chance. We used this image on the Changing the Environment page.
"Green Groups Split on Competing Chemical Reform Bills." U.S News. U.S. News & World Report, 18 Mar. 2015. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
Information was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate pages for the opposition’s opinion, which explained how the law was not going far enough to update the currently ineffective Toxic Substances Control Act.
"History of the Organics Movement." The Organics Institute, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
The Organics Institute website has a wealth of information about organic food movement. We used a quote from this website on our Organic Food Movement page.
"History Of Pelican Island." Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. N.p., 18 Sept. 2009. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This website provided us with a brief history of Pelican Island, the first National Wildlife Reserve, created by President Roosevelt. We used a quote from this website on the Early Conservationist page to show how the government was playing a larger role in the protection of the environment.
"History: The Ban of Dichloro Diphenyl Trichloroethane (DDT)." Faircompanies, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This website was used on the world impact page and explained how the ban on DDT spread around the world, from the U.S. to Europe.
Hood, Michael. "What Integrated Pest Management Means For Today's Beekeeper." Clemson Cooperative Extension. Clemson University, May 2010. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
This article gave us information about the breadth of the areas where Integrated Pest Management is used. We used a quote from the article on the Integrated Pest Management page.
"Increasing Herbicide Use." Union of Concerned Scientists. Union of Concerned Scientists, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote was used on the Today page to explain how there has been in increase in the amount of herbicide used in the recent years, about 383 million pounds higher.
"Malaria Legacy" RachelWasWrong.org. Rachel Was Wrong, 2015. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Quotes from this website were used on the controversy page, and show the opinions of Carson’s long term critics, highlighting their perspectives on the issue of malaria.
"National Roadmap for Integrated Pest Management." National Roadmap. US Department of Agriculture, 2004. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
Thanks to Rachel Carson's crusade, the US Department of Agriculture started regulating the pest management. We used information from this website on the Integrated Pest Management page.
Information was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate pages for the opposition’s opinion, which explained how the law was not going far enough to update the currently ineffective Toxic Substances Control Act.
"History of the Organics Movement." The Organics Institute, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
The Organics Institute website has a wealth of information about organic food movement. We used a quote from this website on our Organic Food Movement page.
"History Of Pelican Island." Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. N.p., 18 Sept. 2009. Web. 13 Mar. 2015.
This website provided us with a brief history of Pelican Island, the first National Wildlife Reserve, created by President Roosevelt. We used a quote from this website on the Early Conservationist page to show how the government was playing a larger role in the protection of the environment.
"History: The Ban of Dichloro Diphenyl Trichloroethane (DDT)." Faircompanies, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This website was used on the world impact page and explained how the ban on DDT spread around the world, from the U.S. to Europe.
Hood, Michael. "What Integrated Pest Management Means For Today's Beekeeper." Clemson Cooperative Extension. Clemson University, May 2010. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
This article gave us information about the breadth of the areas where Integrated Pest Management is used. We used a quote from the article on the Integrated Pest Management page.
"Increasing Herbicide Use." Union of Concerned Scientists. Union of Concerned Scientists, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote was used on the Today page to explain how there has been in increase in the amount of herbicide used in the recent years, about 383 million pounds higher.
"Malaria Legacy" RachelWasWrong.org. Rachel Was Wrong, 2015. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Quotes from this website were used on the controversy page, and show the opinions of Carson’s long term critics, highlighting their perspectives on the issue of malaria.
"National Roadmap for Integrated Pest Management." National Roadmap. US Department of Agriculture, 2004. Web. 26 Jan. 2015.
Thanks to Rachel Carson's crusade, the US Department of Agriculture started regulating the pest management. We used information from this website on the Integrated Pest Management page.
"Rachel Carson Center." The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson. Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
A quote was used from this website on the world impact page to described the Rachel Carson Center that was established in Germany.
A quote was used from this website on the world impact page to described the Rachel Carson Center that was established in Germany.
"Rachel Carson: A Conservation Legacy." Environmental Quality. US Fish and Wildlife Service, n.d. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.
This website by the US Fish and Wildlife Service gave us lots of perspectives on the Conservation legacy of Rachel Carson. We used the information on our Legacy pages.
This website by the US Fish and Wildlife Service gave us lots of perspectives on the Conservation legacy of Rachel Carson. We used the information on our Legacy pages.
Shaffer, Rachel. "Either Change the System or Risk Another "Silent Spring"" Environmental Defence Fund. N.p., 4 Dec. 2013. Web. 19 Jan. 2015.
We used information from this article by the Environmental Defence Fund to understand the changes made to legislation because of this effort. We used a quote from the article on the EDF page.
Shaw, Susan. The Cure for the Gulf Oil Spill Is as Bad as the Sickness (n.d.): n. pag. Marine Environmental Research Institute. Marine Environmental Research Institute. Web.
A quote was used on the Today page to explain how the effects from the Gulf Oil Spill are felt in the environment even today, and how our work is still not done.
Sheppard, Kate. "Senators Introduce Bill To Overhaul U.S. Chemical Regulations." The Huffington Post. TheHuffingtonPost.com, 10 Mar. 2015. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
Information was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page that showed the proponents opinions regarding the new bill proposed to update the Toxic Substances Control Act, by Senator Tom Udall and Senator David Vitter.
We used information from this article by the Environmental Defence Fund to understand the changes made to legislation because of this effort. We used a quote from the article on the EDF page.
Shaw, Susan. The Cure for the Gulf Oil Spill Is as Bad as the Sickness (n.d.): n. pag. Marine Environmental Research Institute. Marine Environmental Research Institute. Web.
A quote was used on the Today page to explain how the effects from the Gulf Oil Spill are felt in the environment even today, and how our work is still not done.
Sheppard, Kate. "Senators Introduce Bill To Overhaul U.S. Chemical Regulations." The Huffington Post. TheHuffingtonPost.com, 10 Mar. 2015. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
Information was used on the Environmental Regulation Debate page that showed the proponents opinions regarding the new bill proposed to update the Toxic Substances Control Act, by Senator Tom Udall and Senator David Vitter.
Stoll, Mark. "Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, a Book That Changed the World." Silent Spring in Popular Culture. Environment and Society Portal, 1 Jan. 2012. Web. 21 Jan. 2015.
This virtual exhibition presents the global reception and impact of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring as well as the book’s legacy in popular culture, music, literature, and the arts. We used quotes and pictures from this website on our Legacy pages.
Stoll, Mark. "Why Europe Responded Differently " Environment and Society Portal. N.p., 2012. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Information from this website was used on the world impact page, specifically Europe’s reaction to Silent Spring, and how it changed after the Torrey Canyon spill off the coast of Britain.
Stork, Dan. "Importance of Pesticides." Living History Farms. Living History Farms, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote from this interview was used on the Economic Impact section of the Controversy page. It explained how pesticides were useful in helping keep the price of crops low in the U.S. as well as necessary to attain the efficiency we have reached today in agricultural production.
"The Story of Silent Spring." Silent Spring Summary. Natural Resources Defense Council, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This website talked about how a courageous woman took on the chemical industry and raised important questions about humankind's impact on nature. We used information from this website on the Organic Food Movement page.
United States. National Park Service. Massachusetts Conservation. By Anne E. Chapman. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This website article was very informative regarding the history and background of the conservationist movement. It provided us with information about how the romanticism of the West galvanized Americans to care more for the environment and how this increased awareness caused the creation of many environmental clubs. We used quotes from this article on the Early Conservationists page.
This virtual exhibition presents the global reception and impact of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring as well as the book’s legacy in popular culture, music, literature, and the arts. We used quotes and pictures from this website on our Legacy pages.
Stoll, Mark. "Why Europe Responded Differently " Environment and Society Portal. N.p., 2012. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
Information from this website was used on the world impact page, specifically Europe’s reaction to Silent Spring, and how it changed after the Torrey Canyon spill off the coast of Britain.
Stork, Dan. "Importance of Pesticides." Living History Farms. Living History Farms, n.d. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote from this interview was used on the Economic Impact section of the Controversy page. It explained how pesticides were useful in helping keep the price of crops low in the U.S. as well as necessary to attain the efficiency we have reached today in agricultural production.
"The Story of Silent Spring." Silent Spring Summary. Natural Resources Defense Council, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2015.
This website talked about how a courageous woman took on the chemical industry and raised important questions about humankind's impact on nature. We used information from this website on the Organic Food Movement page.
United States. National Park Service. Massachusetts Conservation. By Anne E. Chapman. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Mar. 2015.
This website article was very informative regarding the history and background of the conservationist movement. It provided us with information about how the romanticism of the West galvanized Americans to care more for the environment and how this increased awareness caused the creation of many environmental clubs. We used quotes from this article on the Early Conservationists page.
"Why The Toxic Substances Control Act Needs An Overhaul, And How To Strengthen Oversight Of Chemicals In The Interim." Health Affairs. Project HOPE, n.d. Web.
We used a quote from this website article on the top of the Environmental Regulation Debate page, to show explain why the Toxic Substances Control Act was outdated and needed to be revised; there are more concerns about the use of everyday chemicals and their effect on human health, not just cancer-causing chemicals.
Wood, Harold. "Rachel Carson Postage Stamps and First Day Covers." Rachel Carson Postage Stamps and First Day Covers. Planet Patriot, n.d. Web. 24 Jan. 2015.
We got a images of stamps and first day covers honoring Rachel Carson from the planet patriot website. We included the images on the Popular Culture page.
"World's Most Popular Weed-killer Labeled 'probable Carcinogen'"Chicagotribune.com. Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2015. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote and picture was used on the Today page that explained one of the new barriers facing the insecticide industry in that one of the most popular herbicides contains carcinogen-causing elements in it.
We used a quote from this website article on the top of the Environmental Regulation Debate page, to show explain why the Toxic Substances Control Act was outdated and needed to be revised; there are more concerns about the use of everyday chemicals and their effect on human health, not just cancer-causing chemicals.
Wood, Harold. "Rachel Carson Postage Stamps and First Day Covers." Rachel Carson Postage Stamps and First Day Covers. Planet Patriot, n.d. Web. 24 Jan. 2015.
We got a images of stamps and first day covers honoring Rachel Carson from the planet patriot website. We included the images on the Popular Culture page.
"World's Most Popular Weed-killer Labeled 'probable Carcinogen'"Chicagotribune.com. Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2015. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.
A quote and picture was used on the Today page that explained one of the new barriers facing the insecticide industry in that one of the most popular herbicides contains carcinogen-causing elements in it.