Meet Rachel Carson, one of the world’s foremost leaders in conservation. Her work as an educator, scientist and writer revolutionized America’s interest in environmental issues. Whether it was her passion for the oceans and coasts, her inspiration as one of the first female scientists and government leaders, or her overall footprint on the history of conservation, her legacy is certainly one to be honored and celebrated. Video is a series of black and white photos of Rachel Carson, with final im

3.9K views · 116 reactions | For writer and scientist Rachel Carson, education came from books and birds. Writing and observing nature made a lifetime of learning. Carson, the author of "Silent Spring" died on April 14, 1964 in Silver Spring, Maryland. | American Experience | PBS | Facebook

7.9K views · 109 reactions | Il y a 60 ans, le livre de Rachel Carson, biologiste et militante écologiste américaine, « Printemps silencieux », dénonçait l'impact des pesticides. L'autrice a inspiré avec cet ouvrage le mouvement environnemental en occident en plus de mener à l'interdiction du pesticide DDT aux États-Unis. | La semaine verte | Facebook

In this video segment adapted from American Experience: "Rachel Carson's Silent Spring" tells the story of how biologist Rachel Carson was driven to write Silent Spring, a book that questioned the safety of pesticide use in the United States. Tune in tonight at 7pm on WSRE for the full story of Rachel Carson's fight for a more eco-friendly America. #ILoveWSRE | WSRE