The 1912 execution of 17-year-old Virginia “Gennie” Christian exposed race, gender, and justice in Jim Crow Virginia. Here are 5 hard truths behind her case.
American History
William Faulkner: A Life’s Work
Known for As I Lay Dying and The Sound and the Fury, William Faulkner is considered one of the greats. … William Faulkner: A Life’s WorkRead more
Della Reese: The American TV Host Who Paved The Way For Oprah
Breakout stars don’t come along very often and when they do rear their head, they most … Della Reese: The American TV Host Who Paved The Way For OprahRead more
Talking to George Washington: Would He Get You?
If you met George Washington today, could you actually talk to him? A historian compares 18th‑century and modern English: origins, methods, outcomes, legacy.
William Goebel : Election Scandal Results In The Only State Governor To Be Shot While In Office
Back in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s it was still somewhat considered to be the … William Goebel : Election Scandal Results In The Only State Governor To Be Shot While In OfficeRead more
What Happened to American Nazi Sympathizers?
From the 1939 Madison Square Garden Nazi rally to FBI arrests and quiet reinventions, here’s what actually happened to American Nazi sympathizers after 1941.
The Life of Raymond Carver
Raymond Carver has been credited with reviving the art of short stories. He is known for … The Life of Raymond CarverRead more
5 Historical Eras When America Was Great
Explore five distinct eras in American history that defined greatness through innovation, leadership, and social change.
William Dorsey Swann: First Drag Queen’s Legacy
Explore the life of William Dorsey Swann, the first self-identified drag queen and African-American activist, and his lasting impact on LGBTQ+ history.
The Amazing Ditching Of Pan Am Flight 6
Captain Richard N. Ogg had a to figure out a way to save the lives of … The Amazing Ditching Of Pan Am Flight 6Read more