How the British "Southern Strategy" Ultimately Cost Them the Revolutionary War
They met an unexpected foe.
The Historic Significance of Alexander Hamilton’s Financial Reforms
Find out why his likeness is still on the $10 bill.
Founding Father Button Gwinnett and His Deadly Rivalry
This little-known figure had a short but fascinating life.
King Philip’s War Set the Stage for the American Revolution
This early conflict between colonists and Native Americans had unexpected consequences.
What Really Happened During the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
The Corps of Discovery set out to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory.
How Miscommunication and Mass Hysteria Caused the Utah War
This little-known confrontation turned deadly.
8 Gripping Books About the Mexican-American War
Many Americans today are unfamiliar with this significant armed conflict.
6 Compelling Historiography Books That Illuminate New Perspectives
Is it true that history is written by the victors?
11 Enlightening Books About Colonial America
Discover new perspectives on early immigration, colonial cuisine, pirates, and more.
14 Fascinating Books About the Founding Fathers of America
They were more than a stuffy group of old men—in fact, many of them were young and rowdy.
10 of the Oldest Buildings in America
Many of these structures pre-date the US—some by hundreds of years.
9 Books About Benjamin Franklin, “The First American”
Read up on the man who defined the American ethos.
The Real Pocahontas Behind Disney's Myth
Pop culture depictions have romanticized this historical figure.
Chaos Reigned During the 1814 Burning of Washington
The storming of the capital during the War of 1812 led to destruction.
9 Epistolary Books That Reveal History Through Letters
There's so much to learn from correspondence that has survived the passage of time.
Betsy Ross: How the Seamstress Became an Enduring Symbol of American Patriotism
She's said to have created the first American flag, but the real story is more complicated.
These Recently Unearthed Coins May Have Solved a 17th-Century Mystery
Some unexpected treasure may have pinned down the whereabouts of notorious pirate Henry Every.
The Time George Washington Prevented A Military Coup With His Glasses
Showing a weakness made our founding father strong.
