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Thanksgiving Fast Facts
Learn all about the American celebration of Thanksgiving with this quick list of facts.
Thanksgiving
Learn all about the American myths and realities of the celebration of Thanksgiving.
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.
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.
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.
American History Timelines - Wars with American Involvement
This American History timeline focuses on American involvement in wars throughout its colonial and present-day history.
Industrial Revolution Inventors Chart
Use this Industrial Revolution chart to find the key events and dates of the Industrial Revolution.
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Day was not immediately a national holiday. Further, the date of Thanksgiving was often different from state-to-state. Learn about the history and political considerations surrounding Thanksgiving Day.
Industrial Revolution Overview
Learn about the background and important people, events, and inventions of the Industrial Revolution in the United States.
Causes of World War 1
Here are the the top events that led to World War 1.
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.
Jefferson and Louisiana
A look at President Thomas Jefferson's motivations and the impact the Louisiana Purchase had on the United States.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top Civil War Movies
Check out my top six picks for Civil War dramatic movies.
New York Colony
Learn more about the New York colony.
Andrew Jackson Biography
Biography of the 7th president, Andrew Jackson covering Andrew Jackson's childhood, his early career, his presidency and his retirement.
Virginia Colony
Learn more about the Virginia Colony founded by the London Company in colonial America.
Franklin D Roosevelt
Here is an image of Franklin D Roosevelt along with information about his life and presidency.
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'.
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.
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.
Presidential Assassinations
How many American presidents were assassinated? Find out with this FAQ about the American presidents.
Rhode Island Colony
Learn more about the Rhode Island colony.
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.
American Revolution Causes
What caused the American Revolution? This article examines the colonial mindset and the actual events that led to the Revolutionary War.
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.
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.
Definition of Habeas Corpus
The write of habeas corpus is an important right given to American citizens. This write means that normally individuals cannot be held without being brought before the court. Read more about this right and its definition here.
FDR Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Franklin D Roosevelt, the thirty-second president of the United States.
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.
New Hampshire Colony
Learn more about the New Hampshire colony.
Civil War - Secession
Here is an overview of the American Civil War. Learn about secession, the war, and its aftermath.
Pennsylvania Colony
Learn more about the Pennsylvania colony.
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.
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.
John F Kennedy Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about John F Kennedy, the thirty-fifth president of the United States.
New Jersey Colony
Learn more about the New Jersey colony.
American History Timelines - 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.
Georgia Colony
Learn more about the Georgia colony.
North Carolina Colony
Learn more about the North Carolina colony.
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.
South Carolina Colony
Learn more about the South Carolina colony.
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.
Order of Secession During the American Civil War - Seceding States
Here is a chart presenting the order of secession during the American Civil War.
Number of Amendments
How many amendments have been added to the Constitution? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
Delaware Colony
Learn more about the Delaware colony.
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.
Maryland Colony
Learn more about the Maryland colony.
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.
Massachusetts Colony
Learn more about the Massachusetts colony.
Industrial Revolution Quiz
Test your knowledge of the Industrial Revolution with this quiz.
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.
George Washington Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about George Washington, the first President of the United States.
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.
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.
Declaration of Independence Quiz
Test your knowledge of the Declaration of Independence with this quiz.
President Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about the Presidents of the United States.
Youngest President
Who was the youngest president of the United States? Find out the answer with this FAQ.
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is arguably one of the most influential in the history of the United States. Learn more about the history and facts associated with the Declaration of Independence through this study guide including important facts, a timeline, study questions, and further resources including a quiz.
Fast Facts: Civil War Battles
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Timeline 1601-1625
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1601-1625.
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.
Battle of Antietam
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Antietam? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
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.
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.
American Inventors
Want to know who the top ten significant American Industrial Revolution inventors were?
Connecticut Colony
Learn more about the Connecticut colony.
Andrew Jackson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Andrew Jackson, the Seventh President of the United States.
Seneca Falls Convention
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James Madison Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Madison, the fourth President of the United States.
John Adams Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about John Adams, the second President of the United States.
James Monroe Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States.
The Hindenburg Disaster
This article tells the story of the Hindenburg Disaster. Find out about the numerous theories that arose to explain this terrible tragedy. Also, discover the real reason why the fire occurred.
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.
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.
Civil Rights Activities
Here is an overview of major civil rights legislation, supreme court cases, and activities of the 1950s and 1960s.
John Quincy Adam's Biography
Learn more about the 6th president of the United States, John Quincy Adams. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
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.
Territories of the United States
Here is a chart presenting the territories of the United States, their capitals, and the years they were acquired.
American History Timelines
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past.
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.
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.
Great Compromise
What is the Great Compromise? 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.
States Admissions
This chart lists the dates on which each state was admitted into the United States.
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.
Battle of Shiloh
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Shiloh? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
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.
The Debate Over War with Iraq
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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.
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.
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.
Thomas Jefferson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Thomas Jefferson, the Third 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.
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.
Bill of Rights
What are the Bill of Rights? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
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.
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.
Ronald Reagan Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Ronald Reagan, the fortieth 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.
Abraham Lincoln Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States.
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.
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.
Lord Baltimore
Both Lord Baltimores, first George and then Cecil Calvert, were the founders of the Maryland colony. They founded it as a place of religious tolerance. The Calverts were Catholics which resulted in their insistence of the separation of church and state and religious tolerance in the colony. Learn more about Lord Baltimore with this biographical sketch.
Theodore Roosevelt Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Theodore Roosevelt, the twenty-sixth President of the United States.
Calvin Coolidge's Biography
Learn more about the 30th president of the United States, Calvin Coolidge. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
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.
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.
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.
World Trade Center Attack
Read about the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
Grover Cleveland Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Grover Cleveland, the twenty-second president of the United States.
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.
James Garfield's Biography
Learn more about the 20th president of the United States, James Garfield. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
U.S. Constitution Fast Facts
Want a quick overview of the facts surrounding the U.S. Constitution? Check out these fast facts.
Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact was the agreed to aboard the Mayflower in 1620. Learn more about this important document.
Top 10 War Movies
Here are the top 10 best war movies that are based on events from America's past.
Going to California: 49ers and the Gold Rush
Learn about the history of the California Gold Rush and what actually happened to John Sutter.
Battle of Gettysburg
Want the fast facts about the Battle of Gettysburg? Learn about the battle, its outcome, and its significance.
James Polk Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about James Polk, the Eleventh 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.
Dwight Eisenhower Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Dwight Eisenhower, the thirty-fourth 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.
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.
Transcontinental Railroad
Chinese immigrants had a huge impact on the history of the west in America. They were instrumental in the completion of the railroads, despite intense discrimination from fellow workers and bosses.
American History Timelines - 1600-1625
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1600-1625.
Necessary and Proper Clause
What is the necessary and proper clause? Find out in this Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) about the Constitution.
Terrorism Through Americas History
Read the history of numerous terrorist attacks that have affected American life.
Harry S Truman
Here is an image of Harry S Truman along with information about his life and presidency.
December in American History
Want to find out what happened on a particular date in American History? This page will lead to each day in the month of December.
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.
Harry Truman Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Harry Truman, the thirty-third president of the United States.
James Buchanan's Biography
Learn more about the 15th president of the United States, James Buchanan. 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.
Fugitive Slave Act
Read the text of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850.
John Adams Top 10
Here are ten key and interesting facts to know about John Adams.
Alien and Sedition Acts
Learn about the specifics of the Alien and Sedition Acts that were passed during John Adams presidency.
John Tyler's Biography
Learn more about the 10th president of the United States, John Tyler. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Bull Moose Party
The Bull Moose Party was a political party created by Theodore Roosevelt when he was denied the Republican Party's nomination for president in 1912. Learn more about this party through this profile.
Woodrow Wilson Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about Woodrow Wilson, the twenty-eighth president of the United States.
John Tyler Fast Facts
Biographical fast facts about John Tyler, the Tenth President of the United States.
Warren G. Harding's Biography
Learn more about the 29th president of the United States, Warren G. Harding. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Franklin Pierce's Biography
Learn more about the 14th president of the United States, Franklin Pierce. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
William Taft's Biography
Learn more about the 27th president of the United States, William Howard Taft. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
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.
Adams - Defense of British
This faq asks about why John Adams chose to defend British Captain John Preston after the Boston Massacre.
Martin Van Buren's Biography
Learn more about the 8th president of the United States, Martin Van Buren. This biography describes his early childhood through his career before the presidency to his time as president and his retirement.
Timeline 1626-1650
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1626-1650.

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