Explore the Goliad Massacre of 1836, where over 300 Texians were executed on orders of Santa Anna. Discover its role in the fight for Texas independence.
American History
American Revolution
Discover the epic story of the American Revolution, from its causes and iconic turning points to the diverse figures who shaped the birth of a nation.
Black Heroes Throughout US Military History
Explore the untold stories of Black military heroes from the Revolution to WWII who fought for global freedom and laid the groundwork for civil rights.
8 Revolutionary War Flags Flown Before the Stars and Stripes
Discover the fascinating history of the 8 Revolutionary War flags flown by American patriots before the official adoption of the Stars and Stripes in 1777.
The Puritans – Definition, England & Beliefs
Explore who the Puritans were, their foundational beliefs, their migration from England, and how they shaped American democracy, culture, and education.
US Whistleblowers First Got Government Protection in 1777
Discover how ten brave Revolutionary War sailors prompted the Continental Congress to pass the world’s first whistleblower protection law back in 1778.
Boston Massacre
Discover the true history of the 1770 Boston Massacre. Learn how a street clash turned into revolutionary propaganda and sparked the American War of Independence.
Hamilton Builds the National Mint
Explore how Alexander Hamilton built the U.S. National Mint through the Coinage Act of 1792, laying the financial foundation of early American currency.
Aaron Burr’s Notorious Treason Case
Explore the high-stakes drama of the 1807 Aaron Burr treason trial, where a former vice president faced accusations of plotting to build a western empire.
Death at Jamestown
Discover the horrifying struggles of early settlers at Jamestown, from the devastating Starving Time to the secret ecological killer in their water.
Who Were the Daughters of Liberty?
Discover how the Daughters of Liberty transformed domestic labor into political resistance, fueling the American Revolution through economic boycotts.
Founding Fathers: Quotes, Facts & Documents
Discover the complex legacy of America’s Founding Fathers. Explore their revolutionary ideas, the U.S. Constitution, and the paradoxes that shaped a nation.