Long Island History

A socialite shoots her husband, and the killing is called a case of mistaken identity.

In 1954, thousands line up to fight polio -- taking the shots felt around the world.

Polite protests come to an end as Long Island activists accelerate the drive to secure a range of civil rights.

Read Chapter 8 of "Long Island: Our Story" here.

The 1968 police sweep at Stony Brook, a national first of its kind, ignites controversy.

For greed, corruption and cost overruns, the Suffolk scandal is at the top of the heap.

Elinor Smith was a world-class pilot before she was out of her teens.

Part one of Chapter 7 of “Long Island: Our Story” is available here.

Born as a creature of commerce, the Big Duck grew to symbolize Long Island.

Read part two of Long Island Our Story Chapter 6: City and Suburb.