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American History

American History is discovered in compelling articles that span the Colonial Era until 5 minutes ago! See Spanish, French, British, Dutch and Swiss Colonies become one nation. This fresh journey traces the nation’s birth on the Eastern Seaboard to its early 19th century childhood and political development. Follow its adolescence when the Civil War threatened her existence. See westward expansion spurred by “Manifest Destiny”. Study the 20th Century adult years when the promising young ideals of freedom were severely tested. Watch 21st Century America influence the world and see if this “greatest experiment in government” continues to be the brightest beacon of freedom. This is your safe haven to discuss social and economic issues and yes, even religion and politics!

The Hippie Movement of the 1960s

WH - May 29, 2017

American History

What are the Principles of the US Constitution?

WH - June 5, 2017

The Religion of Thomas Jefferson

American History History Bot - July 29, 2017

Of all American presidents, Thomas Jefferson most strongly maintained the ideals of religious freedom and the separation of church and state. In religious terms, Thomas...

The Life of James Monroe

American History History Bot - August 7, 2017

James Monroe was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia in 1758. He attended the College of William and Mary, but with war on the horizon, the...

America’s Foreign Founding Fathers

American History History Bot - August 16, 2017

Here are a select few foreigners who helped establish the Unites States of America during the Revolutionary War. Some names are recognizable. Several more...

1907 Deadly Coal Mine Disasters

American History History Bot - August 21, 2017

Hundreds of Italian and Hungarian immigrants were among the 601 workers killed in the record breaking 1907 West Virginia and Pennsylvania coal mine explosions. As...

The White House’s French Wallpaper

American History History Bot - August 16, 2017

Wallpaper purchased for $50 became the wall adornment for the White House Diplomatic Reception Room in 1961. The White House staff darted back and forth...

Rare, Unusual College and University Nicknames

American History History Bot - August 5, 2017

Many universities and colleges share common nicknames such as Eagles, Tigers, Lions, Warriors, Bulldogs or variations of them. Others have names that are truly...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

American History History Bot - July 24, 2017

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most recognized Civil Rights leaders. His I Have a Dream speech has been widely circulated...

Presidential Trivia – Old Questions, New Answers

For those of us who enjoy presidential trivia questions, there are some standard questions. Many of these old questions have new answers due to...

Important Women in Arkansas History

American History History Bot - August 4, 2017

From the state that gave us everything from President Bill Clinton to Maya Angelou, just about anything is possible. Sam Walton founded Wal-Mart here and...

American Revolution History Preserved

American History History Bot - July 28, 2017

A stretch of road from Pennsylvania to Virginia has been designated as a National Scenic Byway and a hero from Virginia has been honored...

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