Explore American history from its indigenous roots, its influential leaders, and socio-cultural events that forged the United States as a global powerhouse.
The 19th-century American frontier witnessed terrible battles between Native tribes and the U.S. Army. The U.S. Army eventually won, but only one war chief defeated them: Red Cloud.
During its long history, the Philippines has repeatedly been targeted by traders and colonizers for its strategic location in the South China Sea.
The fascinating life of George Fisher, who fought in rebellions in Europe and North America and played a pivotal role in the events sparking the Texas Revolution (1835-1836).
While U.S. states are often associated with distinct geographic features, sports teams, or cultural landmarks, many of their names honor real historical figures.
Though Harriet Tubman is revered for her role in the Underground Railroad, she is also known for her many accomplishments during and after the Civil War.
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ended the Mexican-American War, but what were the immediate and lasting effects of the peace agreement?
On the surface, Hawaii is viewed as America’s 50th state. However, some argue that since the US’s annexation of Hawaii, the territory remains under illegal occupation.
Native American Towns were founded centuries, and in some cases millennia, before Columbus. Explore these living communities that long predate European settlement.