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Why Route 66 Played a Critical Role During World War II
Troops and military supplies traversed the Mother Road throughout the early 1940s.
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The Origins of Summer Camps
Did summer camp save kids from factories? Learn about the unlikely history behind modern summer camps.
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Mythical Monsters Trivia
Test your knowledge of mythical monsters in this timed quiz.
Name the Year That World War II Event Happened
Test your knowledge of World War II’s major events.
On the Road: America’s Highways Quiz
Test your knowledge of America’s highway system in this timed quiz.
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HISTORY Honors 250
250 Objects That Tell the Story of America
These items reveal the nation’s character and its constant evolution.
250 Events That Shaped America
These pivotal moments changed how Americans live, work, create and govern.
250 People Who Shaped America
These changemakers include icons as well as architects of everyday life.
HISTORY Honors 250 Hub
Explore HISTORY videos and stories about America's 250th.Staying Cool
Who Invented Air Conditioning?
The first air conditioner debuted in 1902, but multiple men contributed to the technology’s development.
Frozen History: The Story of the Popsicle
The mastermind behind this summer indulgence wasn’t a marketing honcho, or even a chef—it was an 11-year-old boy.
11 Ways People Beat the Heat Before Air Conditioning
From sleeping outside, to installing windows designed for airflow, find out how people tried to stay cool during heat waves before AC.
How Ancient Romans Kept the Colosseum Cool in Sweltering Heat
The Colosseum had a massive retractable awning that helped shield thousands of spectators from Rome’s scorching summer sun.
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World War II With Tom Hanks revisits defining moments in one of history's most devastating conflicts.
Providence Revolutionary War Trail
Meredith Ewenson walks the Revolutionary War Trail in Providence, Rhode Island, with sites including the Stephen Hopkins House, John Brown House Museum and more.
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