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The Plots Against George Washington During the American Revolution
With the Conway Cabal and the Newburgh Conspiracy, Washington's greatest tests came not on the battlefield but from within his own ranks.
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History Shorts: How a Camping Trip Brought Us Charcoal BBQs
The invention of charcoal briquets came about thanks to a camping trip by Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.
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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.
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Quiz: How Well Do You Know the American Symbols?
Test your knowledge of our national symbols in this trivia quiz.
The Inspiration for ‘Uncle Sam’
Legend has it that a meatpacker from Troy, N.Y. may have been the inspiration. But the term may have predated him.
5 Symbols That Almost Represented America
From forgotten seals to trees, deer and flags, these symbols were significant, but never quite made it to official U.S. status.
How the Bald Eagle Became America’s National Bird
Long considered a symbol of strength, the predatory bird first appeared on the national seal in 1782.
World War II with Tom Hanks
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World War II With Tom Hanks revisits defining moments in one of history's most devastating conflicts. New episodes Mondays at 8/7c.
Where the US Industrial Revolution Began
In 1793, Samuel Slater built America's first water-powered textile mill–right in Pawtucket. That moment helped spark the Industrial Revolution in the U.S. and transform how the nation worked.
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