The Power of the People: Open Primaries and How They Work
The American political system is constantly evolving, and one area of ongoing change is the way we choose our candidates.
Angela Washington
The 21st Amendment: Repealing Prohibition and Shaping Modern America
The 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution stands out in American history as the only amendment that repealed a previous one, the 18th Amendment
The Second Great Awakening in the United States
The Second Great Awakening, a widespread religious revival that swept through the United States during the 19th century
The Fifteenth Amendment: Securing Voting Rights After the Civil War
The end of the American Civil War in 1865 marked a significant turning point in the United States
The Rise of Populist Conservatism in America
The American Right’s blend of big money and grassroots anger has its roots in the tumultuous 1930s, a time of global upheaval.
Echoes of America: The Complex Legacy of Liberia’s Founding
Liberia’s origins are intertwined with American ideals and the struggles of Black Americans seeking freedom and a new homeland.
The Whig Party: A Catalyst for American Political Evolution
The Whig Party, a vital force in 19th-century American politics, ultimately paved the way for the modern Republican Party.
How Early American Zionists Found Inspiration in Ireland
For early American Zionists, the fight for a Jewish homeland looked a lot like Ireland’s struggle.
America’s Most Beloved Urban Parks
Even the busiest cities need spots where people can chill and connect with nature. Here are some of the most famous parks across the United States.
James D. Bulloch: Master Spy of the Civil War
In June 2002, a Navy guy sneaks around England collecting ships for the Confederacy, and then sails one himself into Savannah.
The Siege of Yorktown: Decisive Victory in the American Revolution
The Siege of Yorktown marked the climactic end of the American Revolution, securing American independence with a decisive victory.
The Marshall Plan and Sign of the Cold War
In the aftermath of World War II, Western Europe lay in ruins. To prevent another totalitarian ruler from rising, the United States stepped in with the Marshall Plan.
Benedict Arnold’s Journey from Hero to Traitor
The American Revolution saw thirteen British colonies fight for independence. Benedict Arnold, however, became history’s most infamous turncoat.
The Anaconda Plan: Strangling the Confederacy into Submission
The Anaconda Plan, proposed at the outset of the Civil War, sought to control the waters surrounding the Confederacy, including the Mississippi River, to “strangle” it into submission.
Oliver “Billy” Sipple’s Unforeseen Journey
Oliver “Billy” Sipple’s heroic act saved President Ford, but it forever altered his life in unexpected ways.
