Beware the Ides of March...
The Roman holiday was marked by religious observances before Julius Caesar's notorious murder.
9 Books About Benjamin Franklin, “The First American”
Read up on the man who defined the American ethos.
Behind the Crown: 15 First-Class Books About Royalty
Mad for the monarchy? Get a behind-the-scenes look at the great royals of the past.
7 Essential Facts About the Life and Influence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Learn more about the civil rights icon.
The Importance of FDR’s Fireside Chats
These evening radio addresses revolutionized the relationship between the president and the American people.
5 Failed Assassination Attempts That Could Have Changed History
What would the world be like if these plots had worked?
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell Has Died at Age 84
He was the first Black man to hold the position, amid a long and impactful career as a soldier and statesman.
10 Royal Women Who Also Made History as Writers
These 10 accomplished women led countries, wrote poetry, chronicled history, and made their own.
How the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand Sparked World War I
The Archduke was murdered by a Yugoslav nationalist, setting off an explosive chain of events.
8 Historical Female Rulers Who Challenged the Status Quo
These incredible women refused to wait on history's sidelines.
An Insider Offers Unparalleled Insight into the Royal Family and a Bygone Era
Margaret Rhodes looks back at her life alongside the monarchy.
The Time George Washington Prevented A Military Coup With His Glasses
Showing a weakness made our founding father strong.
The Contentious Figure of Andrew Johnson, the First Impeached President
The 17th president narrowly avoided conviction in 1868.
