Explore American history from its indigenous roots, its influential leaders, and socio-cultural events that forged the United States as a global powerhouse.
The Mexican-American War started in 1846 as a result of a web of related factors associated with American expansionism.
Incorrect geographic knowledge and a misidentification by Columbus led to all Native Peoples being termed “Indians”. And this term would endure into modern times.
In October 1780, American Patriot and Loyalist forces clashed along the Carolina frontier. The Patriot victory at Kings Mountain formed part of the events that led to American independence.
A rivalry of Shakespearean proportions turned deadly in the Astor Place Riot of 1849.
The “children of the fur trade,” the Métis have developed a unique culture, blending elements of Plains First Nations with European and French-Canadian traditions.
Nathan Bedford Forrest was a Confederate general, slave trader, and Klan leader. He is one of the most controversial figures in American history.
The United States’ torrid history with Indigenous people is an evolving tale as First Nations continue to fight to reclaim their culture.
Colonization began after 1492, placing the Americas on the map. Yet this caused the death of 90% of Native Americans in 500 years.