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.
How did things get so bad between the US and Japan in the lead up to WWII? It all comes down to power and resources.
Pearl Harbor was a shocking moment in American history, but instead of cowering in fear, the country rose to the occasion.
In honor of Veterans Day, survivors of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attacks share their insight on war, sacrifice and remembering their comrades.
After the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, President Franklin Roosevelt committed American forces to the Allied cause.
On December 7, 1941, Japan launches a surprise attack on American soil at Pearl Harbor.