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2021 looks brighter already.

Originally designed to defend the East River, Fort Totten is now open to the public.

The 1879 conflict had a surprising outcome.

Roosevelt led the United States through some of its most trying decades.

These women used their unique positions to enact change.

These three battles shaped the fate of the world—especially because their results were so shocking.

We’ve all heard of the jolly gift-giver—but how did he come to be synonymous with Christmas?

This year's finest biographies brought fresh insight to previously trodden lives and uncovered those that history has forgotten.

Temperatures dropped below −70 °F on the grueling journey.

Every American knows about the tossed tea that sparked a revolution—but there's more to this story than what you learned in third grade.

Get incredible insights into Spain's brutal conflict.

Uncover groundbreaking true stories.

Once one of America's most noted enemies, Fuchida converted to Christianity in later years and spent decades preaching across the United States.

The fleet posed an unexpected threat to the might of the British Navy.

Live in the wonders of the past with this historic log cabin.

Learn more about Julius Caesar’s sweeping victory.

Discover the holiday's centuries-in-the-making history.

The beloved children’s book character was based on a real-life black bear cub.

From 1200 to 2020, soldiers in the Northern reaches of Europe have strapped on uniforms, guns ... and skis.

Re-center yourself with some of history's most moving thoughts about leadership.