American History: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Top Causes of the Civil War
What were the top five causes of the Civil War? The roots of the civil war were already there when the United States was first forming. Here is a detailed look at the five major causes of the Civil War.
What were the top five causes of the Civil War? The roots of the civil war were already there when the United States was first forming. Here is a detailed look at the five major causes of the Civil War.
Causes of the Great Depression
What were the top causes of the Great Depression in the United States? Here is a list of the top five causes of the Great Depression.
What were the top causes of the Great Depression in the United States? Here is a list of the top five causes of the Great Depression.
Causes of World War 1
Here are the the top events that led to World War 1.
Here are the the top events that led to World War 1.
Industrial Revolution Overview
Learn about the background and important people, events, and inventions of the Industrial Revolution in the United States.
Learn about the background and important people, events, and inventions of the Industrial Revolution in the United States.
Chart of the Thirteen Original Colonies - Basic Information on the Founding of the 13 Colonies
Learn about the founding of each of the thirteen original colonies from this handy chart.
Learn about the founding of each of the thirteen original colonies from this handy chart.
14th Amendment Summary
Learn more about the effects of the fourteenth amendment through this 14th amendment summary. It answers the question: what is the fourteenth amendment.
Learn more about the effects of the fourteenth amendment through this 14th amendment summary. It answers the question: what is the fourteenth amendment.
American History Timelines - Wars with American Involvement
This American History timeline focuses on American involvement in wars throughout its colonial and present-day history.
This American History timeline focuses on American involvement in wars throughout its colonial and present-day history.
Checks and Balances
The government of the United States was set up with three branches, each of which has specific powers and specific checks that they can use to ensure that no one branch gains too much power. Here is a look at the checks and balances of the three branches of government.
The government of the United States was set up with three branches, each of which has specific powers and specific checks that they can use to ensure that no one branch gains too much power. Here is a look at the checks and balances of the three branches of government.
Abraham Lincoln Biography
Read about Abraham Lincoln from his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as the 16th president of the United States.
Read about Abraham Lincoln from his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as the 16th president of the United States.
American Revolution Causes
What caused the American Revolution? This article examines the colonial mindset and the actual events that led to the Revolutionary War.
What caused the American Revolution? This article examines the colonial mindset and the actual events that led to the Revolutionary War.
Industrial Revolution Inventors Chart
Use this Industrial Revolution chart to find the key events and dates of the Industrial Revolution.
Use this Industrial Revolution chart to find the key events and dates of the Industrial Revolution.
Events that Led to Civil War
What were the major events that led to secession and the beginning of the Civil War? Here is a list of the top nine events that led progressively towards the Civil War. They are listed in chronological order.
What were the major events that led to secession and the beginning of the Civil War? Here is a list of the top nine events that led progressively towards the Civil War. They are listed in chronological order.
John F. Kennedy Biography
Learn more about the 35th president of the United States, the charismatic John F. Kennedy. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president in a period some called 'Camelot'.
Learn more about the 35th president of the United States, the charismatic John F. Kennedy. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president in a period some called 'Camelot'.
Top 10 New Deal Programs
Here are the top ten New Deal programs created to help deal with the Great Depression. Each program on the list includes a brief discussion of key points.
Here are the top ten New Deal programs created to help deal with the Great Depression. Each program on the list includes a brief discussion of key points.
World Trade Center Attack
Read about the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
Read about the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
Top Ten Great Presidents
Who were the most influential presidents of the United States? Who had the most influence or effected the nation to the greatest extent? This top ten list includes my picks.
Who were the most influential presidents of the United States? Who had the most influence or effected the nation to the greatest extent? This top ten list includes my picks.
Mount Rushmore
Calvin Coolidge , Congressman William Williamson, and Senator Peter Norbeck to gain support in Congress
Calvin Coolidge , Congressman William Williamson, and Senator Peter Norbeck to gain support in Congress
Andrew Jackson Biography
Biography of the 7th president, Andrew Jackson covering Andrew Jackson's childhood, his early career, his presidency and his retirement.
Biography of the 7th president, Andrew Jackson covering Andrew Jackson's childhood, his early career, his presidency and his retirement.
Jefferson and Louisiana
A look at President Thomas Jefferson's motivations and the impact the Louisiana Purchase had on the United States.
A look at President Thomas Jefferson's motivations and the impact the Louisiana Purchase had on the United States.
Battle of Gettysburg Day 1
Read about Day one of the Battle of Gettysburg that occurred during the American Civil War on July 1, 1863.
Read about Day one of the Battle of Gettysburg that occurred during the American Civil War on July 1, 1863.
Battle of Antietam
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Antietam? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Antietam? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Memorial Day
Read a background to why we celebrate Memorial Day.
Read a background to why we celebrate Memorial Day.
First Battle of Bull Run
Want the fast facts about the First Battle of Bull Run also called the Firsts Battle of Manassas? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the First Battle of Bull Run also called the Firsts Battle of Manassas? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Chart of the Presidents and Vice-Presidents of the United States
This informative chart gives quick reference information on the Presidents, Vice-Presidents, their terms of office and their political parties.
This informative chart gives quick reference information on the Presidents, Vice-Presidents, their terms of office and their political parties.
Order of Secession
Here is a chart presenting the order of secession during the American Civil War.
Here is a chart presenting the order of secession during the American Civil War.
George Washington Biography
Learn about George Washington, the first president of the United States. Read about his childhood, his career pre-presidency, and his time as president.
Learn about George Washington, the first president of the United States. Read about his childhood, his career pre-presidency, and his time as president.
Presidential Assassinations
How many American presidents were assassinated? Find out with this FAQ about the American presidents.
How many American presidents were assassinated? Find out with this FAQ about the American presidents.
States Admissions
This chart lists the dates on which each state was admitted into the United States.
This chart lists the dates on which each state was admitted into the United States.
Definition of Habeas Corpus
The writ of habeas corpus is an important right given to American citizens. This writ means that normally individuals cannot be held without being brought before the court. Read more about this right and its definition here.
The writ of habeas corpus is an important right given to American citizens. This writ means that normally individuals cannot be held without being brought before the court. Read more about this right and its definition here.
Number of Justices
How many Supreme Court justices are there? Find out the answer with this FAQ.
How many Supreme Court justices are there? Find out the answer with this FAQ.
John F Kennedy Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about John F Kennedy, the thirty-fifth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about John F Kennedy, the thirty-fifth president of the United States.
George Washington Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about George Washington, the first President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about George Washington, the first President of the United States.
Weaknesses of Articles
Why did the Articles of Confederation fail? Find the answer to this and other Articles of Confederation questions here.
Why did the Articles of Confederation fail? Find the answer to this and other Articles of Confederation questions here.
FDR Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Franklin D Roosevelt, the thirty-second president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Franklin D Roosevelt, the thirty-second president of the United States.
Compromise of 1850
The Compromise of 1850 was a group of five bills that were intended to stave off sectional strife that would eventually lead to the Civil War. Learn more about the background and content of these bills.
The Compromise of 1850 was a group of five bills that were intended to stave off sectional strife that would eventually lead to the Civil War. Learn more about the background and content of these bills.
Battle of Shiloh
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Shiloh? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Shiloh? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr was one of the main figures in the Civil Rights Movement. He was born in 1929 and eventually led and influenced millions through his espousal of non-violent protest against segregation and racial discrimination. King was assassinated in 1968. Learn more about this enigmatic and amazing person through this biography.
Martin Luther King Jr was one of the main figures in the Civil Rights Movement. He was born in 1929 and eventually led and influenced millions through his espousal of non-violent protest against segregation and racial discrimination. King was assassinated in 1968. Learn more about this enigmatic and amazing person through this biography.
Franklin Roosevelt Biography
Learn more about the 32nd president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president leading America through his New Deal and through World War II.
Learn more about the 32nd president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president leading America through his New Deal and through World War II.
Lincoln's Assassination
Numerous conspiracies surround the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Find information about each of the major conspiracies and an analysis of their plausibility. First look at the facts of the assassination.
Numerous conspiracies surround the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Find information about each of the major conspiracies and an analysis of their plausibility. First look at the facts of the assassination.
Separation of Powers
What is the separation of powers according to the US Constitution? What is the origin of this idea? Learn about the term separation of powers with this glossary entry.
What is the separation of powers according to the US Constitution? What is the origin of this idea? Learn about the term separation of powers with this glossary entry.
Overview of World War II
How did World War II begin? Why did America get involved? What were the major events in Europe, the Pacific, and in America at home during World War II? Read this overview to find the answer to thesse questions and more.
How did World War II begin? Why did America get involved? What were the major events in Europe, the Pacific, and in America at home during World War II? Read this overview to find the answer to thesse questions and more.
Richard Nixon Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Richard Nixon, the thirty-seventh president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Richard Nixon, the thirty-seventh president of the United States.
Ten Worst Civil War Battles
Which Civil War battles resulted in the most casualties for both the Union and Confederacy combined? This is a list of the ten worst civil war battles in terms of those wounded or killed.
Which Civil War battles resulted in the most casualties for both the Union and Confederacy combined? This is a list of the ten worst civil war battles in terms of those wounded or killed.
Civil War - Secession
Here is an overview of the American Civil War. Learn about secession, the war, and its aftermath.
Here is an overview of the American Civil War. Learn about secession, the war, and its aftermath.
Battle of Gettysburg
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Gettysburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Gettysburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Abraham Lincoln Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States.
Marbury v. Madison
Marbury vs Madison was a historic case that established the precedent of Judicial Review.
Marbury vs Madison was a historic case that established the precedent of Judicial Review.
President Pictures
Here are pictures of each of the presidents of the United States.
Here are pictures of each of the presidents of the United States.
Gary Powers and U-2 Incident
Read about the event that increase tensions during the Cold War and provided the example for future relations between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R.
Read about the event that increase tensions during the Cold War and provided the example for future relations between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R.
Bleeding Kansas
Bleeding Kansas was the name given to the violence that occurred in the Kansas territory between 1854-58 when anti- and pro-slavery forces fought for control of the territory. Learn more about this event in American History.
Bleeding Kansas was the name given to the violence that occurred in the Kansas territory between 1854-58 when anti- and pro-slavery forces fought for control of the territory. Learn more about this event in American History.
Top Civil War Movies
Check out my top six picks for Civil War dramatic movies.
Check out my top six picks for Civil War dramatic movies.
Social Contract
The term social contract refers to the belief that government should be a contract between the people and the governing body. Learn more about this idea of the social contract and how it affected the founding of the United States with this glossary entry.
The term social contract refers to the belief that government should be a contract between the people and the governing body. Learn more about this idea of the social contract and how it affected the founding of the United States with this glossary entry.
Andrew Jackson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Andrew Jackson, the Seventh President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Andrew Jackson, the Seventh President of the United States.
Richard Nixon's Biography
Learn more about the 37th president of the United States, Richard Nixon. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 37th president of the United States, Richard Nixon. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Battle of Fort Sumter
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Fort Sumter? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Fort Sumter? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Thomas Jefferson Biography
Learn more about Thomas Jefferson, writer of the Declaration of Independence and the third president of the United States. This biography ranges from his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as the 3rd president of the United States.
Learn more about Thomas Jefferson, writer of the Declaration of Independence and the third president of the United States. This biography ranges from his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as the 3rd president of the United States.
Theodore Roosevelt's Biography
Learn more about the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Principles of US Government
Here is an overview of the United States Government that explains the organization of the three branches and their interaction. It leads to further information for more in depth study.
Here is an overview of the United States Government that explains the organization of the three branches and their interaction. It leads to further information for more in depth study.
Thomas Jefferson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Thomas Jefferson, the Third President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Thomas Jefferson, the Third President of the United States.
Dwight Eisenhower's Biography
Learn more about the 34th president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 34th president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Founding Fathers
Who were the top ten founding fathers? Here is my picks for the top ten founding fathers who helped form the United States.
Who were the top ten founding fathers? Here is my picks for the top ten founding fathers who helped form the United States.
Brown v. Board of Education
Brown v Board of Education was a Supreme Court decision that overturned the separate but equal doctrine which had been given legal standing with Plessy v Ferguson. Learn more about this key court case with this profile.
Brown v Board of Education was a Supreme Court decision that overturned the separate but equal doctrine which had been given legal standing with Plessy v Ferguson. Learn more about this key court case with this profile.
Presidential Requirements
What are the requirements to become President of the United States? Find out what the Constitution says you need to become president.
What are the requirements to become President of the United States? Find out what the Constitution says you need to become president.
War of 1812 Timeline
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the War of 1812.
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the War of 1812.
Invention of the Steam Engine
James Watt invented the first reliable steam engine in 1775. Learn more about his invention and the importance of the steam engine in the industrial revolution.
James Watt invented the first reliable steam engine in 1775. Learn more about his invention and the importance of the steam engine in the industrial revolution.
James Madison's Biography
Learn more about the 4th president of the United States, James Madison. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 4th president of the United States, James Madison. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Theodore Roosevelt Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Theodore Roosevelt, the twenty-sixth President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Theodore Roosevelt, the twenty-sixth President of the United States.
Lyndon B Johnson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Lyndon B Johnson, the thirty-sixth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Lyndon B Johnson, the thirty-sixth president of the United States.
Dwight Eisenhower Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Dwight Eisenhower, the thirty-fourth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Dwight Eisenhower, the thirty-fourth president of the United States.
John Adams Biography
Learn more about the 2nd president of the United States, John Adams. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 2nd president of the United States, John Adams. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
George H W Bush Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about George H W Bush, the forty-first president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about George H W Bush, the forty-first president of the United States.
Ronald Reagan's Biography
Learn more about the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Ronald Reagan Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Ronald Reagan, the fortieth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Ronald Reagan, the fortieth president of the United States.
Sherman’s March to the Sea
Want the fast facts about Sherman’s March to the Sea? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about Sherman’s March to the Sea? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Harry S Truman's Biography
Learn more about the 33rd president of the United States, Harry S Truman. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 33rd president of the United States, Harry S Truman. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Great Compromise
What is the Great Compromise? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
What is the Great Compromise? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
Jimmy Carter Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States.
Plessy v. Ferguson
Plessy v Ferguson was a Supreme Court decision that upheld the separate but equal doctrine. Learn more about this key court case with this profile.
Plessy v Ferguson was a Supreme Court decision that upheld the separate but equal doctrine. Learn more about this key court case with this profile.
What Was the Great Depression?
What was the Great Depression? What does it mean when people use this term? Here are the basics of this important time in America's past.
What was the Great Depression? What does it mean when people use this term? Here are the basics of this important time in America's past.
Lyndon B. Johnson's Biography
Learn more about the 36th president of the United States, Lyndon B. Johnson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 36th president of the United States, Lyndon B. Johnson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Boston Massacre Facts
Who is to blame for the Boston Massacre? Was it truly an act of tyranny or just an unfortunate event of history? Read the conflicting testimonies here.
Who is to blame for the Boston Massacre? Was it truly an act of tyranny or just an unfortunate event of history? Read the conflicting testimonies here.
George H. W. Bush's Biography
Learn more about the 41st president of the United States, George H. W. Bush. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 41st president of the United States, George H. W. Bush. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Ulysses Grant's Biography
Learn more about the 18th president of the United States, Ulysses Grant. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 18th president of the United States, Ulysses Grant. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
John Adams Top 10
Here are ten key and interesting facts to know about John Adams.
Here are ten key and interesting facts to know about John Adams.
Supreme Court Term
For how long do Supreme Court Justices serve? What is the length of their term? How can they be removed? This article takes a look at the length of time that Supreme Court Justices serve.
For how long do Supreme Court Justices serve? What is the length of their term? How can they be removed? This article takes a look at the length of time that Supreme Court Justices serve.
Presidential Scandals
Scandals and the presidency seem to go together. Here is a list of the top 10 presidential scandals that occurred while a president was either running for office or serving as the president.
Scandals and the presidency seem to go together. Here is a list of the top 10 presidential scandals that occurred while a president was either running for office or serving as the president.
George W Bush Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about George W Bush, the forty-third president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about George W Bush, the forty-third president of the United States.
John Adams Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about John Adams, the second President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about John Adams, the second President of the United States.
Invention of the Cotton Gin
The cotton gin was invented by Eli Whitney on March 14, 1794. This page looks at the background, historical significance, and interesting facts about the cotton gin.
The cotton gin was invented by Eli Whitney on March 14, 1794. This page looks at the background, historical significance, and interesting facts about the cotton gin.
Civil Rights Activities
Here is an overview of major civil rights legislation, supreme court cases, and activities of the 1950s and 1960s.
Here is an overview of major civil rights legislation, supreme court cases, and activities of the 1950s and 1960s.
Reconstruction Overview
What were the major events of reconstruction? What was reconstruction all about? Learn about this fascinating era in American History.
What were the major events of reconstruction? What was reconstruction all about? Learn about this fascinating era in American History.
Gerald Ford Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Gerald Ford, the thirty-eighth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Gerald Ford, the thirty-eighth president of the United States.
Benjamin Franklin Biography
Here is an biography of Benjamin Franklin. His life as a scientist, writer, politician, elder statesmen, and diplomat was hugely significant in the history of America. Learn more about Benjamin Franklin here.
Here is an biography of Benjamin Franklin. His life as a scientist, writer, politician, elder statesmen, and diplomat was hugely significant in the history of America. Learn more about Benjamin Franklin here.
Ulysses S Grant Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Ulysses S Grant, the eighteenth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Ulysses S Grant, the eighteenth president of the United States.
The Thirteen Colonies
A bulleted list of the thirteen colonies. The list includes colony name, year founded, and the founders of each of the colonies.
A bulleted list of the thirteen colonies. The list includes colony name, year founded, and the founders of each of the colonies.
James Madison Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Madison, the fourth President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about James Madison, the fourth President of the United States.
Seneca Falls Convention
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seneca falls convention 1848 london anti-slavery convention 1840 lucretia mott elizabeth cady stanton declaration of sentiments independence womens rights suffrage right to vote new york woman enfranchisment suffragists
Siege of Vicksburg
Want the fast facts about the Siege of Vicksburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Siege of Vicksburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Second Battle of Bull Run
Want the fast facts about the Second Battle of Bull Run? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Second Battle of Bull Run? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
James K. Polk's Biography
Learn more about the 11th president of the United States, James K. Polk. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 11th president of the United States, James K. Polk. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
First Ten Presidents
Biographical fast facts about United States Presidents 1 - 10 (the first ten), from George Washington to John Tyler including Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and Jackson.
Biographical fast facts about United States Presidents 1 - 10 (the first ten), from George Washington to John Tyler including Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and Jackson.
Bill Clinton Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Bill Clinton, the forty-second president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Bill Clinton, the forty-second president of the United States.
Gerald Ford's Biography
Learn more about the 38th president of the United States, Gerald Ford. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 38th president of the United States, Gerald Ford. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Battle of Chancellorsville
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Chancellorsville? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Chancellorsville? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Fast Facts: Civil War Battles
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Read about the terrorist attack on .: confederate casualties civil war battles gettysburg july 1 general meade confederate commander
2000 Presidential Election
The presidential election of 2000 was the cause of much uproar and consternation. It was so close and the recounts, especially in Florida, led to lawsuits and more. Ultimately, George W. Bush was declared the winner over Al Gore.
The presidential election of 2000 was the cause of much uproar and consternation. It was so close and the recounts, especially in Florida, led to lawsuits and more. Ultimately, George W. Bush was declared the winner over Al Gore.
William McKinley's Biography
Learn more about the 25th president of the United States, William McKinley. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 25th president of the United States, William McKinley. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Colonial America Overview
Want to find out about Colonial America? Here is an overview of the thirteen colonies and the important differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies.
Want to find out about Colonial America? Here is an overview of the thirteen colonies and the important differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies.
Jimmy Carter's Biography
Learn more about the 39th president of the United States, Jimmy Carter. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 39th president of the United States, Jimmy Carter. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Number of Amendments
How many amendments have been added to the Constitution? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
How many amendments have been added to the Constitution? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
Zachary Taylor's Biography
Learn more about the 12th president of the United States, Zachary Taylor. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 12th president of the United States, Zachary Taylor. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Harry Truman Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Harry Truman, the thirty-third president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Harry Truman, the thirty-third president of the United States.
Bill Clinton's Biography
Learn more about the 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
James Garfield's Biography
James Garfield was the twentieth president of the United States. Learn about Garfield's early childhood, his career before the presidency, his presidency, and assassination.
James Garfield was the twentieth president of the United States. Learn about Garfield's early childhood, his career before the presidency, his presidency, and assassination.
Herbert Hoover's Biography
Learn more about the 31st president of the United States, Herbert Hoover. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 31st president of the United States, Herbert Hoover. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
James Monroe's Biography
Learn more about the 5th president of the United States, James Monroe. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 5th president of the United States, James Monroe. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Woodrow Wilson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Woodrow Wilson, the twenty-eighth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Woodrow Wilson, the twenty-eighth president of the United States.
Tecumseh's Curse
Every president between William Henry Harrison and John F. Kennedy who has been elected in a year ending with a zero has been assassinated or died while in office. This has been called Tecumseh's Curse. Read to find out more.
Every president between William Henry Harrison and John F. Kennedy who has been elected in a year ending with a zero has been assassinated or died while in office. This has been called Tecumseh's Curse. Read to find out more.
Going to California: 49ers and the Gold Rush
Learn about the history of the California Gold Rush and what actually happened to John Sutter.
Learn about the history of the California Gold Rush and what actually happened to John Sutter.
Woodrow Wilson's Biography
Learn more about the 28th president of the United States, Woodrow Wilson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 28th president of the United States, Woodrow Wilson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Territories of the United States
Here is a chart presenting the territories of the United States, their capitals, and the years they were acquired.
Here is a chart presenting the territories of the United States, their capitals, and the years they were acquired.
Battle of Fredericksburg
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Fredericksburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Fredericksburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Essentials of the Vietnam War
Here are the essentials that you should know about the Vietnam War.
Here are the essentials that you should know about the Vietnam War.
Korematsu v. United States
Korematsu v United States was a Supreme Court decision that upheld the conviction of Frank Korematsu for defying an order to be interned with other Japanese-Americans during World War II.
Korematsu v United States was a Supreme Court decision that upheld the conviction of Frank Korematsu for defying an order to be interned with other Japanese-Americans during World War II.
James Polk Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Polk, the Eleventh President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about James Polk, the Eleventh President of the United States.
James Monroe Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States.
President Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about the Presidents of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about the Presidents of the United States.
Who Wants to be a Presidential Guru - Sixty-Four Thousand Dollar Question
Are you a Presidential Guru? Answer this question on the Alien and Sedition Act.
Are you a Presidential Guru? Answer this question on the Alien and Sedition Act.
Influential First Ladies
Who were the ten most influential first ladies in American History? Which wives of the presidents had the largest impact or made the most changes to the position of first lady? This top ten list highlights our picks for the top ten most influential first ladies.
Who were the ten most influential first ladies in American History? Which wives of the presidents had the largest impact or made the most changes to the position of first lady? This top ten list highlights our picks for the top ten most influential first ladies.
Prohibition Era Timeline
The Prohibition Era was a time of strife and upheaval for many. While the 18th amendment took away the right of individuals to drink alcohol, its success was short lived. This timeline takes a look at the key events that occurred during the Prohibition Era in American History.
The Prohibition Era was a time of strife and upheaval for many. While the 18th amendment took away the right of individuals to drink alcohol, its success was short lived. This timeline takes a look at the key events that occurred during the Prohibition Era in American History.
Virginia Colony
Learn more about the Virginia Colony founded by the London Company in colonial America.
Learn more about the Virginia Colony founded by the London Company in colonial America.
Herbert Hoover Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Herbert Hoover, the thirty-first president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Herbert Hoover, the thirty-first president of the United States.
American Inventors
Want to know who the top ten significant American Industrial Revolution inventors were?
Want to know who the top ten significant American Industrial Revolution inventors were?
Andrew Johnson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Andrew Johnson, the seventeenth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Andrew Johnson, the seventeenth president of the United States.
Top 10 Presidential Elections
What presidential elections have been the most significant? Here is a list of the top ten presidential elections in American History.
What presidential elections have been the most significant? Here is a list of the top ten presidential elections in American History.
Andrew Johnson's Biography
Learn more about the 17th president of the United States, Andrew Johnson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 17th president of the United States, Andrew Johnson. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Bill of Rights
What are the Bill of Rights? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
What are the Bill of Rights? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
Appomattox Court House
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Appomattox Court House? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Appomattox Court House? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
Compromises of Constitution
The founding fathers worked together at the Constitutional Convention to create the US Constitution by agreeing to a number of compromises. Following is a list of the major compromises that helped make the US Constitution become a reality.
The founding fathers worked together at the Constitutional Convention to create the US Constitution by agreeing to a number of compromises. Following is a list of the major compromises that helped make the US Constitution become a reality.
Amendment 14
The 14th amendent was a key amendment in the history of civil rights.
The 14th amendent was a key amendment in the history of civil rights.
Japanese-American Internmen...
Learn more about the Japanese-American Internment at Manzanar during World War II. View many pictures taken by Ansel Adams detailing this terrible tragedy.
Learn more about the Japanese-American Internment at Manzanar during World War II. View many pictures taken by Ansel Adams detailing this terrible tragedy.
Smoot-Hawley Tariff
What is the Smoot-Hawley Tariff? What effect did it have on the Great Depression? Find out the answer to these and more questions.
What is the Smoot-Hawley Tariff? What effect did it have on the Great Depression? Find out the answer to these and more questions.
The Great Awakening
The Great Awakening was a period of individual spiritual awakening in colonial New England. Learn more about this period, the individuals involved, and its significance in Colonial America.
The Great Awakening was a period of individual spiritual awakening in colonial New England. Learn more about this period, the individuals involved, and its significance in Colonial America.
Faces on Mount Rushmore
Whose faces are on Mount Rushmore? Read this FAQ to find out the answer.
Whose faces are on Mount Rushmore? Read this FAQ to find out the answer.
Declaration of Independence Quiz
Test your knowledge of the Declaration of Independence with this quiz.
Test your knowledge of the Declaration of Independence with this quiz.
Youngest President
Who was the youngest president of the United States? Find out the answer with this FAQ.
Who was the youngest president of the United States? Find out the answer with this FAQ.
Grover Cleveland's Biography
Learn more about the 22nd and 24th president of the United States, Grover Cleveland. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Learn more about the 22nd and 24th president of the United States, Grover Cleveland. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Events of 2005
Which events of 2005 might make it into the History textbooks 20 years from now? I've picked my top ten - see if you agree.
Which events of 2005 might make it into the History textbooks 20 years from now? I've picked my top ten - see if you agree.
Industrial Revolution Quiz
Test your knowledge of the Industrial Revolution with this quiz.
Test your knowledge of the Industrial Revolution with this quiz.
Warren G Harding Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Warren G Harding, the twenty-ninth president of the United States.
Biographical fast facts about Warren G Harding, the twenty-ninth president of the United States.