In 1893, Chicago held a world’s fair called the World’s Columbian Exposition. The purpose was to … Chicago’s Popular 1893 World’s Columbian ExpositionRead more
American History
John Adam’s Beloved Wife Abigail Adams
Abigail Smith Adams was the wife of the famed politician, 1st vice president, and 2nd president … John Adam’s Beloved Wife Abigail AdamsRead more
The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison Ship
During the American Revolutionary War, the HMS Jersey, or “Hell” as many called it, was used … The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison ShipRead more
Henry Knox: First American Secretary of War
General Henry Knox was a close friend of George Washington’s, and the first Secretary of War. … Henry Knox: First American Secretary of WarRead more
History’s Badasses: Hugh Glass
Last time on History’s Badasses, we covered the woman known as the “Spanish Joan of Arc”: … History’s Badasses: Hugh GlassRead more
Historical Toilets Give Insight into Philadelphia’s Revolutionary History
While excavating the site of the future Revolutionary War museum in Philadelphia, archaeologists uncovered tens of … Historical Toilets Give Insight into Philadelphia’s Revolutionary HistoryRead more
The Successful Revolutionary Culper Spy Ring
Culper Ring was a spy ring that General George Washington had ordered Major Benjamin Tallmadge to … The Successful Revolutionary Culper Spy RingRead more
Patrick Henry: “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death!”
Patrick Henry, American Founding Father and first and sixth Governor of Virginia, is best known for … Patrick Henry: “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death!”Read more
The Consequential Townshend Acts of 1767
The Townshend Acts were a series of acts that the British Parliament passed in 1767, with … The Consequential Townshend Acts of 1767Read more
The Construction Of The Remarkable Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is perhaps the most iconic part of San Francisco, California. Built … The Construction Of The Remarkable Golden Gate BridgeRead more