Lafayette, now imprisoned by the Austrians, was kept in Nivelles, now a municipality in Belgium. Along … The Life of Revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette (continued)Read more
American History
Mum Bett vs. Dred Scott: Two Very Different Freedom Lawsuits
They both sued for freedom, but Mum Bett helped kill slavery in Massachusetts while Dred Scott helped entrench it nationwide. Here’s how and why they differed.
The Man Who Broke The Sound Barrier By Simply Taking A Step
In order for a human being to reach speeds over 800mph, there needs to be some … The Man Who Broke The Sound Barrier By Simply Taking A StepRead more
Roaring ‘20s: The Strangest Inventions From The Flapper Era
The roaring ‘20s were a time for parties, dancing and having a good time. Nestled just … Roaring ‘20s: The Strangest Inventions From The Flapper EraRead more
The Life of Revolutionary Marquis de Lafayette
Born Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier de Lafayette in 1757, the Marquis de Lafayette … The Life of Revolutionary Marquis de LafayetteRead more
Why April 9, 1865 Ended the Confederacy
On April 9, 1865, Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House. Here’s what happened, why the Confederacy lost, and why it still matters.
DeAutremont Brothers Train Robbery Gone Wrong
Back in 1923, three men attempted to rob a Southern Pacific train that was traveling through … DeAutremont Brothers Train Robbery Gone WrongRead more
Vivian Liberto, Johnny Cash & a Racist Panic
How Johnny Cash’s Italian-Irish first wife, Vivian Liberto, became the target of white supremacists in the 1960s South over a single courthouse photo.
Rare Footage of Thomas Edison Camping With Harvey Firestone
Thomas Edison is famous for creating numerous history-altering inventions, including the movie camera. In this … Rare Footage of Thomas Edison Camping With Harvey FirestoneRead more
What If We’d Been Right About Smoking in the 1960s?
A 1966 photo of a dad smoking over Italian sauce opens a bigger question: what if Americans had truly believed the dangers of smoking in the 1960s?