The Tragic and Mysterious Fate of the Princes in the Tower
They were imprisoned in the Tower of London as young children, but what happened next is unclear.
The First American Women to Run for President
The history of women presidential candidates dates back to the 1870s.
3 Black Historians Who Made Strides in Their Field
They archived Black history and broke barriers along the way.
9 Historical Political Cartoons That Capture the Hopes and Fears of the Past
These satirical drawings reveal the debates that dominated bygone eras.
The Rise and Fall of Senator Joseph McCarthy
His impassioned allegations of communism made him the face of the Red Scare.
The Little-Known First Assassination Attempt on John F. Kennedy
Three years before his actual assassination, JFK was the target of a different secret plot to take his life.
From Alexander the Great to Marie Curie, Here Are the Best Biographies and Memoirs of 2024
Over the past year, these books stood out.
The Cod Wars Troubled Ships in the North Atlantic
Britain and Iceland engaged in conflict over fishing rights for decades.
Thought-Provoking Books to Read for World Philosophy Day
These reads support critical thinking and empathy for more fulfilling lives.
10 Vital Books About Voting in America
With election season upon us, we're looking to the past and future of voting.
10 Inspiring Books by and About Muckrakers
These courageous 19th-century journalists changed the field—and the country—forever.
Commoners Revolted During the Moscow Salt Riot of 1648
Delve into this uprising of Russian commoners and the salt tax that ignited it.
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The Complex History of Sportswashing
Are international sporting events designed to draw attention away from controversial issues facing the world?
Catherine Parr Was King Henry VIII's Last Wife
She's the subject of a new historical film, Firebrand.
How FDR Became the Only President Elected To Serve Four Terms
Why was Roosevelt allowed to remain in office for 12 years?
Amy Robsart and the Shadow of Suspicion Over Queen Elizabeth I
Was the queen somehow involved in her death?
8 Engrossing Books About Supreme Court Justices
Learn more about the people and decisions that made history.
