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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.
Piltdown Man Hoax, 100 Years Ago
On its 100th anniversary, mystery still lingers over one of history’s most spectacular scientific hoaxes.
9 Things You May Not Know About the Electoral College
As American electors gather to formally cast their votes for president, explore 9 things you may not know about the Electoral College.
General Grant Expels Jews From His War Zone, 150 Years Ago
General Ulysses S. Grant issued arguably the most infamous anti-Semitic regulation in U.S. history 150 years ago today.
10 Things You May Not Know About the Boston Tea Party
As the 239th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party approaches, explore 10 things you may not know about the iconic political protest.
Congress Debates Manhattan Project National Park
A controversial bill now before Congress would establish a national historical park at sites involved in the Manhattan Project.
Remembering the Battle of Fredericksburg, 150 Years Later
As we mark the 150th anniversary of the battle, here are eight things you may not know about Fredericksburg.
Seal Team Six Member Killed in Afghanistan Rescue Operation
The elite U.S. special operations unit that killed Osama bin Laden lost one of its members last weekend during a rescue operation in Afghanistan.
7 Things You May Not Know About the Nobel Prizes
The Nobel Prizes, awarded annually on the anniversary of founder Alfred Nobel’s death, remain some of the most prestigious awards in the world.
The Killer Fog That Blanketed London, 60 Years Ago
For five days in December 1952, the Great Smog smothered London, wreaking havoc and killing thousands.
Royal Announcement Leads to Succession Scramble
The announcement that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting a baby has put pressure on the British government to change centuries-old rules of royal succession.
Historic Hot Dog Stand Shuts its Doors for the First Time
After Hurricane Sandy battered the historic boardwalk in Coney Island, Brooklyn, one of its most iconic businesses was forced to close for the first time in its 96-year-history.
