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Explore American history from its indigenous roots, its influential leaders, and socio-cultural events that forged the United States as a global powerhouse.

Rutherford B. Hayes: The 19th President & His Legacy
Rutherford B. Hayes: The 19th President & His Legacy

Outside of presidential historians, few have much to say about Rutherford B. Hayes. So why is his legacy so controversial?

Mary Todd Lincoln: The Tragic Life of Abraham Lincoln’s Wife
Mary Todd Lincoln: The Tragic Life of Abraham Lincoln’s Wife

Mary Todd Lincoln, known for her marriage to Abraham Lincoln, led a life full of sadness and tragedy.

Battle of Trenton: Who Won & Why It Was Important?
Battle of Trenton: Who Won & Why It Was Important?

George Washington’s daring raid on Christmas night, 1776, against the Hessian outpost in the Battle of Trenton changed the course of the American Revolutionary War.

Wounded Knee Massacre: The End of Native American Resistance?
Wounded Knee Massacre: The End of Native American Resistance?

A horrifying chapter in US history, the Wounded Knee Massacre represented much more than the end of an era.

Prince William Forest Park: The National Park That Trained WWII Spies
Prince William Forest Park: The National Park That Trained WWII Spies

During World War II, Prince William Forest Park was taken over by the newly created OSS and used to train spies for the war effort.

10 Must-See Historic Sites in Tennessee
10 Must-See Historic Sites in Tennessee

Walk battlefields, tour mansions, and meet music legends. Tennessee’s top historic sites pack drama, grit, and unforgettable stories into every corner of the state.

Not Just Balto: 7 Other Heroes From Nome’s 1925 Serum Run
Not Just Balto: 7 Other Heroes From Nome’s 1925 Serum Run

Nome’s 1925 Serum Run saved dozens of lives, with most accolades going to a single dog: Balto. Yet Balto wasn’t the only hero of this lifesaving adventure.

10 Must-Visit Historic Towns in Maine
10 Must-Visit Historic Towns in Maine

From schooners to shell middens, explore Maine’s past through 10 charming towns packed with salty legends, bold beginnings, and beautifully preserved coastal history.