American History Stories That Uncover The United States' Past

Why Woody Guthrie Hated Donald Trump’s Dad

The famed folk singer penned some angry -- and unpublished -- words about Donald Trump's father in the 1950s. Here's why.

By Savannah Cox Jul 14, 2016

Why Woody Guthrie Hated Donald Trump’s Dad

The famed folk singer penned some angry -- and unpublished -- words about Donald Trump's father in the 1950s. Here's why.

By Savannah Cox July 14, 2016

The Sad Origins Of Why We Tell Children Not To Take Candy From Strangers

Learn about the real-life tragedy of Charley Ross that inspired the phrase "Don't take candy from strangers."

By Abby Norman Jul 4, 2016

The Sad Origins Of Why We Tell Children Not To Take Candy From Strangers

Learn about the real-life tragedy of Charley Ross that inspired the phrase "Don't take candy from strangers."

By Abby Norman July 4, 2016

4 Popular Myths About July Fourth And American Independence

July Fourth may be the day Americans celebrate their independence, but this cherished national holiday is plagued by misconceptions.

By Elisabeth Sherman Jul 2, 2016

4 Popular Myths About July Fourth And American Independence

July Fourth may be the day Americans celebrate their independence, but this cherished national holiday is plagued by misconceptions.

By Elisabeth Sherman July 2, 2016

The 5 Most Infamous American Spies

Although the lives of the greatest American spies are always kept secret, it's the lives of the notorious double agents that capture the public's attention.

By Nickolaus Hines Jun 19, 2016

The 5 Most Infamous American Spies

Although the lives of the greatest American spies are always kept secret, it's the lives of the notorious double agents that capture the public's attention.

By Nickolaus Hines June 19, 2016

14 Places That Probably Stole America’s Flag — And The One America Stole From

Betsy Ross didn’t design the American flag. Neither did George Washington, Ben Franklin, or anyone else you’ve ever heard of (unless you’ve heard of Francis Hopkinson). Nor was the flag’s design handed down by the gods to some mythical steward in a moment of dramatic inspiration. It was instead crafted...

By All That's Interesting Jun 14, 2016

14 Places That Probably Stole America’s Flag — And The One America Stole From

By All That's Interesting June 14, 2016

The 8 Most Bad-Ass Women Of World War II

The heroics of the women fighting in WW2 will amaze and enlighten you. Read more about the bad-ass women that helped win the war.

By Erin Kelly Jun 14, 2016

The 8 Most Bad-Ass Women Of World War II

The heroics of the women fighting in WW2 will amaze and enlighten you. Read more about the bad-ass women that helped win the war.

By Erin Kelly June 14, 2016

Summer Of 1977 In New York City

From the blackout to the .44 caliber killer, these photos of New York City in the summer of 1977 reveal a city on the brink of collapse.

By All That's Interesting Jun 13, 2016

Summer Of 1977 In New York City

From the blackout to the .44 caliber killer, these photos of New York City in the summer of 1977 reveal a city on the brink of collapse.

By All That's Interesting June 13, 2016

Inside The Chichijima Incident, George H.W. Bush’s Harrowing Escape From Cannibal Enemies During World War II

Though he narrowly escaped, almost all of Bush's fellow pilots were tortured, killed, and eaten on that fateful day in September 1944 that became known as the Chichijima Incident.

By Kaleena Fraga Jun 12, 2016

Inside The Chichijima Incident, George H.W. Bush’s Harrowing Escape From Cannibal Enemies During World War II

Though he narrowly escaped, almost all of Bush's fellow pilots were tortured, killed, and eaten on that fateful day in September 1944 that became known as the Chichijima Incident.

By Kaleena Fraga June 12, 2016