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Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century
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Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century

Though it only lasted a few months during the French Revolution, the Paris Commune served as an early blueprint for 20th-century communist regimes.
A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776
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A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.
250 Years Ago, Part 10: 1775, the Year Americans Turned on Each Other
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250 Years Ago, Part 10: 1775, the Year Americans Turned on Each Other

The crucial year ended with some gains and losses by the American patriots. These led to the unity of the 13 colonies for the historical events in 1776.
Giants, Colts, and ‘The Greatest Game Ever Played’
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Giants, Colts, and ‘The Greatest Game Ever Played’

In ‘This Week in History,’ the 1958 NFL Championship proves so exciting that it catapulted football to become America’s most popular sport.

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Treaties, Gold, and the Last Battle of Crazy Horse

Treaties, Gold, and the Last Battle of Crazy Horse

In ‘This Week in History,’ peace between the United States and Sioux Nation ended with the Black Hills Gold Rush, leading to the Great Sioux War.
Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century

Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century

Though it only lasted a few months during the French Revolution, the Paris Commune served as an early blueprint for 20th-century communist regimes.
Pliny the Elder: He Bravely Faced Vesuvius

Pliny the Elder: He Bravely Faced Vesuvius

This Roman commander and scholar sacrificed his life to save his friends during the volcanic eruption.
Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

An American historian wrote reference books on politics, religion, and history during our country’s early years.
Wayah Bald Observation Tower: In the Nantahala National Forest

Wayah Bald Observation Tower: In the Nantahala National Forest

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we stand atop a historic stone structure in the Western North Carolina mountains.
Russell Markert: Creator of the Radio City Rockettes

Russell Markert: Creator of the Radio City Rockettes

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a dance choreographer whose St. Louis dance troupe became the world’s most famous dance line.
Hoover Dam: More Than Meets the Eye

Hoover Dam: More Than Meets the Eye

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ discover unique historical details of America’s 90-year-old engineering marvel near Boulder City, Nevada.
A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.
Treaties, Gold, and the Last Battle of Crazy Horse

Treaties, Gold, and the Last Battle of Crazy Horse

In ‘This Week in History,’ peace between the United States and Sioux Nation ended with the Black Hills Gold Rush, leading to the Great Sioux War.
Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century

Before Lenin: How the Paris Commune Foreshadowed the Communist Century

Though it only lasted a few months during the French Revolution, the Paris Commune served as an early blueprint for 20th-century communist regimes.
Pliny the Elder: He Bravely Faced Vesuvius

Pliny the Elder: He Bravely Faced Vesuvius

This Roman commander and scholar sacrificed his life to save his friends during the volcanic eruption.
Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

An American historian wrote reference books on politics, religion, and history during our country’s early years.
Wayah Bald Observation Tower: In the Nantahala National Forest

Wayah Bald Observation Tower: In the Nantahala National Forest

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we stand atop a historic stone structure in the Western North Carolina mountains.
Russell Markert: Creator of the Radio City Rockettes

Russell Markert: Creator of the Radio City Rockettes

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a dance choreographer whose St. Louis dance troupe became the world’s most famous dance line.
Hoover Dam: More Than Meets the Eye

Hoover Dam: More Than Meets the Eye

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ discover unique historical details of America’s 90-year-old engineering marvel near Boulder City, Nevada.
A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.