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How America First Established Independence Through The Monroe Doctrine

Announced in 1823 by President James Monroe, this speech would forever establish U.S. sovereignty.

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8 Inspiring Books About Civil Disobedience

History told through peaceful, nonviolent...

Books | By Lola Bosa

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14 Perfect Books to Gift This Father’s Day

Celebrate Dad the right way!

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James Holland Books That Will Enhance Your Understanding of WWII

Brush up on your military history knowledge.

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5 Famous Code Breakers Through History

History | By Lola Bosa

9 Books To Guide You Through the Enlightenment

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Free History Books to Download in June 2026

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How Did the Tudors Take Control of England?

History | By Lola Bosa

The Lost Treasure of the Maya: How Sensationalism Created a Legend

History | By Richard Clements

8 Science Books That Unlock the Natural World

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After Appomattox: The Civil War Veterans Who Came Back to England

History | By Richard Clements

Historical Cowboys: Books That Show a Real Life on the Plains

Books | By Orrin Grey

8 Books That Will Inspire Your Travel Plans

Books | By Orrin Grey