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10 Things You May Not Know About Richard Nixon
On the 100th anniversary of the birth of Richard Nixon, explore 10 surprising facts about America’s 37th president.
A First Lady Brings a French Icon to American Shores
Fifty years after one of history’s most famous art exhibits, find out how two enigmatic women—Jackie Kennedy and the Mona Lisa—came together to captivate the nation.
Fight for the Falklands: A Primer
Long-running tensions between the United Kingdom and Argentina over the Falkland Islands have flared again, near the 180th anniversary of a historic clash.
6 Things You May Not Know About Samuel Morse
As we celebrate the 175th anniversary of his landmark achievement, here are six things you may not know about the inventor of the telegraph.
Franklin Roosevelt’s Personal Polio Crusade, 75 Years Ago
On the 75th anniversary of its creation, take a look back at the history of the March of Dimes.
A Brief History of College Bowl Games
As college football kicks off 2013 with six bowl games, explore the history of this New Year’s Day tradition.
This Year in History: 2012
As 2011 comes to an end, explore some of the year’s stories, as covered by History in the Headlines.
5 Things You May Not Know About Kwanzaa
As millions of people around the world prepare to celebrate Kwanzaa, explore five things you may not know about this pan-African holiday.
Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”
Seventy-five years ago, Walt Disney made history with the release of the first-ever full-length animated feature, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”
10 Things You May Not Know About the Roosevelts
From Franklin’s brushes with death to Eleanor’s midnight ride with Amelia Earhart, here are 10 things you may not know about this presidential pair.
Who’s Buried in Sacagawea’s Grave?
Sacagawea reportedly died 200 years ago today, but a gravestone in Wyoming tells a much different story.
235 Years Ago, Washington’s Troops Made Camp at Valley Forge
On December 19, 1777, 11,000 Continental Army regulars marched into Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to set up winter quarters during the Revolutionary War.
Remembering Senator Daniel Inouye (1924-2012)
Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii, a heroic World War II veteran who represented his home state in Congress for more than 50 years, died on December 17 at the age of 88.
