‘Gettysburg’: The Battle for the United States of America
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‘Gettysburg’: The Battle for the United States of America

This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ brings to life a turning point in American history.

How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance
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How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance

In ‘This Week in History,’ to celebrate Columbus’s landing, a former minister wrote a pledge of allegiance, which Congress officially adopted 50 years later.

Maria Tallchief: Ballet, Discipline, and an Enduring American Legacy
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Maria Tallchief: Ballet, Discipline, and an Enduring American Legacy

With hard work and determination, the Osage native put American ballet in the spotlight on the world stage.

A Forgotten Hero: ‘Honest John’ Hart and the American Revolution
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A Forgotten Hero: ‘Honest John’ Hart and the American Revolution

In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we look at a largely forgotten signer of the Declaration of Independence who gave his all for liberty.

History off the Beaten Path: Charles Lindbergh Burial Site: Hidden in Hawaii
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History off the Beaten Path: Charles Lindbergh Burial Site: Hidden in Hawaii

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we venture into a lush environment to view the unpretentious resting place of a historic aviator.

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‘Gettysburg’: The Battle for the United States of America

‘Gettysburg’: The Battle for the United States of America

This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ brings to life a turning point in American history.

How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance

How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance

In ‘This Week in History,’ to celebrate Columbus’s landing, a former minister wrote a pledge of allegiance, which Congress officially adopted 50 years later.

Maria Tallchief: Ballet, Discipline, and an Enduring American Legacy

Maria Tallchief: Ballet, Discipline, and an Enduring American Legacy

With hard work and determination, the Osage native put American ballet in the spotlight on the world stage.

A Forgotten Hero: ‘Honest John’ Hart and the American Revolution

A Forgotten Hero: ‘Honest John’ Hart and the American Revolution

In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we look at a largely forgotten signer of the Declaration of Independence who gave his all for liberty.

‘Greatest Private Benjamin Franklin Collection in a Century’ Headed to Auction

‘Greatest Private Benjamin Franklin Collection in a Century’ Headed to Auction

Sotheby’s is set to auction former Philadelphia Flyers executive Jay T. Snider’s historic collection before America’s 250th anniversary.

History off the Beaten Path: Charles Lindbergh Burial Site: Hidden in Hawaii

History off the Beaten Path: Charles Lindbergh Burial Site: Hidden in Hawaii

In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we venture into a lush environment to view the unpretentious resting place of a historic aviator.

Dimitri Tiomkin: A Russian Immigrant Who Composed for Western Films

Dimitri Tiomkin: A Russian Immigrant Who Composed for Western Films

In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet the composer of film music for Capra films and Westerns during Hollywood’s Golden Era.

Joseph Pulitzer: At the Forefront of American Journalism

Joseph Pulitzer: At the Forefront of American Journalism

Pulitzer’s rags-to-riches story captured the luck and determination characterized by pioneering immigrants.