History

History

Incredible Journey Premium

Commemorating the Corps of Discovery's 8,000-mile trek into history.

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Under Siege Premium

Web surfers overwhelm a new site featuring World War II reconnaissance photos.

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Defining Documents Premium

And Americans' choice for the most influential document in US history is ...

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A Soaring Centennial Premium

Commemorating the Wright brothers' first flight.

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The Wayback Machine: A Super Idea Premium

Seventy years ago, two Cleveland teenagers dreamed up Superman — and a new kind of hero.

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Then and Now: All About Oscar Premium

How the Academy Awards grew from a small, inconspicuous banquet affair into one of America's most anticipated events of the year.

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American Originals: Crunch Time Premium

The chip's out of the bag: Learn how our favorite snack food sprouted from an act of revenge 150 years ago and became a symbol of American culture.

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Lewis and Clark’s Excellent Adventure Premium

In 1803, two Virginians prepared to boldly go where no Americans had gone before. Follow the Corps of Discovery on its history-making expedition with our bicentennial guide.

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The Naming of America Premium

A British writer contends a Welsh merchant named Richard Amerike is America's true namesake.

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The Big Picture: Using Social History in Your Research Premium

Social history can bring your ancestors' times to life and help solve your genealogy riddles. Here's how to get started putting your past in context.

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