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The Complex History Of When Slavery Actually Ended In America

From the Emancipation Proclamation to the end of the Civil War to the 13th Amendment, go inside the real story of how slavery was abolished in the United States.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 5, 2023

The Complex History Of When Slavery Actually Ended In America

From the Emancipation Proclamation to the end of the Civil War to the 13th Amendment, go inside the real story of how slavery was abolished in the United States.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 5, 2023

55 Striking Photographs That Capture The Historic Fall Of The Soviet Union

The collapse of the U.S.S.R. came in December 1991 after controversial policies introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev and growing internal conflict brought an end to the 74-year rule of the global superpower.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 3, 2023

55 Striking Photographs That Capture The Historic Fall Of The Soviet Union

The collapse of the U.S.S.R. came in December 1991 after controversial policies introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev and growing internal conflict brought an end to the 74-year rule of the global superpower.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 3, 2023

The True Story Of The Paris Commune Of 1871 And The Insurrection That Started It

From March 18 to May 28, 1871, a revolutionary government that called itself the Paris Commune controlled the French capital — and changed the country forever.

By Kendrick Foster • May 2, 2023

The True Story Of The Paris Commune Of 1871 And The Insurrection That Started It

From March 18 to May 28, 1871, a revolutionary government that called itself the Paris Commune controlled the French capital — and changed the country forever.

By Kendrick Foster • May 2, 2023

The Ostend Manifesto, America’s Attempt To Seize Cuba From Spain In 1854

In the years leading up to the Civil War, U.S. diplomats James Buchanan, John Y. Mason, and Pierre Soulé drafted a plot to wrest Cuba from Spain — in order to protect American slavery.

By Kendrick Foster • Apr 26, 2023

The Ostend Manifesto, America’s Attempt To Seize Cuba From Spain In 1854

In the years leading up to the Civil War, U.S. diplomats James Buchanan, John Y. Mason, and Pierre Soulé drafted a plot to wrest Cuba from Spain — in order to protect American slavery.

By Kendrick Foster • April 26, 2023

Who Made The American Flag? The Answer Is More Complicated Than Betsy Ross

Many kids learn in school that Philadelphia seamstress Betsy Ross designed the first American flag in 1776. But this story might be a myth.

By Marco Margaritoff • Apr 21, 2023

Who Made The American Flag? The Answer Is More Complicated Than Betsy Ross

Many kids learn in school that Philadelphia seamstress Betsy Ross designed the first American flag in 1776. But this story might be a myth.

By Marco Margaritoff • April 21, 2023

33 Photos That Reveal The Utter Devastation Of The Lebanese Civil War

Sparked by years of growing tension between different religious, political, and socioeconomic groups, the Lebanese Civil War exploded in 1975 — and endured for 15 turbulent years.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 20, 2023

33 Photos That Reveal The Utter Devastation Of The Lebanese Civil War

Sparked by years of growing tension between different religious, political, and socioeconomic groups, the Lebanese Civil War exploded in 1975 — and endured for 15 turbulent years.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 20, 2023

Inside The Real Lives Of America’s First Ladies In 37 Little-Known Facts

From the heartwarming to the macabre, these interesting facts about U.S. first ladies weren't taught in any history class.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 18, 2023

Inside The Real Lives Of America’s First Ladies In 37 Little-Known Facts

From the heartwarming to the macabre, these interesting facts about U.S. first ladies weren't taught in any history class.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 18, 2023

The Forgotten Story Of Frank Wills, The Security Guard Who Foiled The Watergate Break-In

On June 17, 1972, Frank Wills discovered burglars in the offices of the Democratic National Committee at the Watergate hotel, setting off a sequence of events that led to President Nixon's resignation.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 15, 2023

The Forgotten Story Of Frank Wills, The Security Guard Who Foiled The Watergate Break-In

On June 17, 1972, Frank Wills discovered burglars in the offices of the Democratic National Committee at the Watergate hotel, setting off a sequence of events that led to President Nixon's resignation.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 15, 2023

Inside The Disturbed Mind Of Arthur Bremer, The Would-Be Presidential Assassin Who Inspired ‘Taxi Driver’

On May 15, 1972, Arthur Bremer shot presidential candidate George Wallace five times at a Maryland rally. And once his diaries were published while he was behind bars, it became clear that he also wanted to assassinate Richard Nixon.

By William DeLong • Apr 13, 2023

Inside The Disturbed Mind Of Arthur Bremer, The Would-Be Presidential Assassin Who Inspired ‘Taxi Driver’

On May 15, 1972, Arthur Bremer shot presidential candidate George Wallace five times at a Maryland rally. And once his diaries were published while he was behind bars, it became clear that he also wanted to assassinate Richard Nixon.

By William DeLong • April 13, 2023

Who Wrote The Pledge Of Allegiance — And Why Its History Is Controversial

Ever since Francis Bellamy wrote what's believed to be the original Pledge of Allegiance in 1892, it's been controversial. From its anti-immigrant origins to the "under God" debate, here's the true history.

By Samuel Warde • Apr 12, 2023

Who Wrote The Pledge Of Allegiance — And Why Its History Is Controversial

Ever since Francis Bellamy wrote what's believed to be the original Pledge of Allegiance in 1892, it's been controversial. From its anti-immigrant origins to the "under God" debate, here's the true history.

By Samuel Warde • April 12, 2023