7 Famous Slave Revolts
Source: HISTORY
Slavery has existed from ancient times to the present day. Learn about some famed revolts against this “peculiar institution.”
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Beyond: What drives the urge to explore?
Source: Aeon
Why do some people feel driven to explore, while others are content to remain at home? Learn how these variations benefit humans.
Hurricane Katrina: Then and Now
Source: CNN
Ten years after the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, the recovery of New Orleans continues. See the progress from 2005 to 2015 in this photo essay.
Letter from Paul Revere to Jeremy Belknap, circa 1798
Source: Massachusetts Historical Society
Historical letters sometimes bring to light decisions that mattered. Read this article about Paul Revere’s letter summarizing events on the night of his famous ride.
The Star-Spangled Banner
Source: Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Explore this interactive American flag which was originally made by hand in 1813 by Mary Pickersgill. Find out about its history by selecting the hotspots and learn about preservation plans for future generations.
Indian removal
Source: PBS
From the 1810s to the 1830s, Andrew Jackson was instrumental in negotiating treaties that pushed the Native American tribes of the eastern United States out west.
The Stamp Act Riots, 250 Years Ago
Source: HISTORY
Read this overview of the Stamp Act, which was passed by England’s Parliament in 1765 and led American colonists to rebel.
Thomas Paine
Source: HISTORY
Read about the life and influence of Thomas Paine, whose writing helped shape the United States.
Where the Buffalo No Longer Roamed
Source: Smithsonian
While the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad connected the East coast and the West coast, it also led to the further decrease of the Native American population, as well as that of buffalo herds.
Indian Country Diaries: The Urban Relocation Program
Source: PBS
In the 1950s, Native Americans were encouraged to move from reservations into urban areas. Learn more about how and why this relocation program happened and what the results were.