The Civilian Experience in the Civil War
Source: National Park Service
This essay describes the hardships faced by civilians during the Civil War.
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The Epidemic That Revolutionized Medicine And American Politics
Source: WAMC
In 1721, an outbreak of smallpox in Boston led to the introduction of inoculation, which created political division.
10 Questions for Charles C. Mann
Source: Discover
Charles C. Mann, author of 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus, answers questions about a second edition of the book and its follow-up, 1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created.
Stark images of Shackleton’s struggle
Source: BBC
One hundred years ago, a journey of exploration turned into a prison made of ice. Newly digitized photos bring the ordeal to life.
Top 10 Civil War Innovations: Slide Show
Source: Discovery News
One overlooked positive aspect of the deadly Civil War was the large number of inventions and innovations the conflict spurred.
Book Review: Ghosts of Revolution
Source: H-Net: Humanities and Social Sciences Online
Former political prisoner Shahla Talebi was held by both the Shah of Iran’s regime and the post-revolution Islamic Republic. Read a review of her harrowing memoir.
Countrymen: The Untold Story of How Denmark’s Jews Escaped the Nazis—review
Source: The Guardian
In contrast to Anne Frank’s experience in the Netherlands, most Jewish people in Denmark were able to escape the Nazis. Learn about why Denmark was different.
In Focus: The Prince and the Pauper
Source: History Today
The theme of class can be reflected in photographs as well as prose. Compare Twain’s story with the 1920 King George V incident.
Explorer Vasco da Gama’s Shipwreck Found
Source: Discovery
Vasco da Gama, a 16th century Portuguese explorer, was the first European to reach India by sea. In 1998 archaeologists first discovered a shipwreck that is believed to be from da Gama’s second voyage to India. Browse through the photos of treasures found on the wreck and when you’ve finished reading the article click on the link How Satellites Find Shipwrecks From Space.
Patrick Henry Biography
Source: Biography
Read this biography of Virginia lawyer, politician, and statesman Patrick Henry, an influential leader in the forming of the United States.