History

SCIENCE 14 hours ago

Numismatic breakthrough: Coin study suggests 'fake' Roman emperor was real

A team of researchers has concluded that the coin of Sponsian locked away for years in a museum cupboard in Glasgow is a genuine third-century artifact.

CRIME 16 hours ago

Abraham Lincoln statue vandalized in Chicago

Two statues of Lincoln in Chicago have now been defaced in relation to Lincolns role in the Sioux uprisings and his authorization of the execution of some Dakota men.

LIFESTYLE 3 days ago

Auction amazement: British man to sell off collection of autographs from all 46 US presidents

A private collector in the U.K. will be auctioning off his collection of autographs from all 46 U.S. presidents on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, in Gloucestershire, England.

Media 4 days ago

1619 Project founder admits ‘It will always be hard for me to claim any sort of patriotism’ because of slavery

"1619 Project" founder Nikole Hannah-Jones declared at a democracy forum on Sunday, “It will always be hard for me to claim any sort of patriotism."

This Day in History 4 days ago

On this day in history, Nov. 23, 1859, western outlaw Billy the Kid is born in New York City

One of America's most wanted gunslingers of the Wild West, Billy the Kid, was born on this day in history, Nov. 23, 1859, likely on Manhattan's east side, though much of his early life is unknown.

Thanksgiving 5 days ago

Thanksgiving history: Traditions and origins, where did it begin?

Many Americans may know the story behind Thanksgiving, but its history as a national holiday may not be as clear. Here are some interesting facts ahead of Thanksgiving 2022.

This Day in History 6 days ago

On this day in history, Nov. 21, 1864, Abraham Lincoln 'pens' letter to Mrs. Bixby

Abraham Lincoln, on this day in history, Nov. 21, 1864, supposedly sent sincerest condolences to Lydia Bixby, who allegedly lost five sons in the Civil War. The letter is not without controversy.

Campus Controversy November 17

Lincoln statue back on display at Cornell University library after abrupt removal

A Lincoln bust on Cornell University's campus that was removed earlier this year has officially been returned, which one professor says is a "real win" against cancel culture.

South Carolina November 12

Remains of 14 Revolutionary War soldiers excavated at South Carolina battlefield site

Archeologists found a significant piece of American history at the Revolutionary War Camden Battlefield — the remains of 14 soldiers.

Michigan November 11

Detroit's Mariners' Church to commemorate US sailors lost on Great Lakes

Detroit's Mariners' Church will livestream its Great Lakes Memorial Service, commemorating U.S. soldiers who died on the Great Lakes and other Michigan waters.