U.S. History
All the major chapters in the American story, from Indigenous beginnings to the present day.
World History
History from countries and communities across the globe, including the world’s major wars.
Eras & Ages
From prehistory, though antiquity and into the 21st century, all of history’s biggest chapters.
Culture & Tradition
The stories behind the faiths, food, entertainment and holidays that shape our world.
Science & Innovation
The pivotal discoveries, visionary inventors and natural phenomena that impacted history.
The Pearl Harbor attack caused a wave of nationalist resentment that had long-reaching effects on the Japanese-American population.
After the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, President Franklin Roosevelt committed American forces to the Allied cause.
On June 6, 1944, the Allies invade Western Europe in the largest amphibious attack in history.
Franklin D. Roosevelt declares war on Japan in the wake of Pearl Harbor and warns Americans to steel themselves for difficulties ahead.
The new American Congress gathers at the Capitol to hear FDR's inspiring message of courage and hope.