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Mir Bahmanyar Discusses the First Army Rangers of World War II

The author, veteran, and historian has a new book out now, The Houdini Club.

Free History Books to Download in May 2025

Explore classic nonfiction reads at no cost.

The Fall of Saigon, 50 Years Later

Saigon’s takeover by North Vietnamese troops marked a definitive moment in the Cold War, and American military history as a whole.

8 Can’t-Miss New History Books Coming Soon

The warmer weather isn't the only thing we're looking forward to in the coming months.

American History as Never Told Before: A History of the United States in Five Crashes

Scott Nations offers a unique perspective on our country's past, present, and future, as turmoil surrounds the markets once more.

12 Lyrical and Noteworthy Books About Composers

Learn about the talented and inspiring figures who shaped classical music.

The First American Women to Run for President

The history of women presidential candidates dates back to the 1870s.

6 Moving Civil War Photos

They express the harrowing nature of the war better than words alone.

5 Reasons John Bell Hood Was the Worst Civil War General

If there is one general that could be considered as having single-handedly lost the Civil War for the Confederates, it’s John Bell Hood.

Tokyo Rose: The Case Against Iva Toguri D’Aquino

Trapped in Japan during World War II, this American citizen faced an uphill battle to return home.

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 Hidden History of Project MKUltra Experiments

The CIA explored the possibility of mind control on individuals without their consent.