Explore American history from its indigenous roots, its influential leaders, and socio-cultural events that forged the United States as a global powerhouse.
The Gettysburg Address is a historical speech delivered by American President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War.
The American Civil War risked breaking apart the United States, but Union artillery played a vital role in suppressing the Confederate rebels.
While camped at Valley Forge, George Washington and the Continental Army suffered immeasurably as the cold sapped away the hope of victory.
An area of incredible spiritual importance, the Black Hills of South Dakota has been sacred to untold numbers of people for centuries.
In the midst of this most festive season, let us take a moment to remember five iconic American figures born on Christmas Day.
John Quincy Adams’ role in US history is sometimes overshadowed by the work of his (founding) father. What were some of his achievements and challenges?
From fur to Fifth Avenue: how the Astor family clawed their way to the top of New York society.
Thomas Jefferson is often known as America’s third president and the writer of the Declaration of Independence, but his accomplishments go much further.