Uncover the true story of Tituba, the enslaved Indigenous woman whose forced confession under Reverend Samuel Parris ignited the Salem Witch Trials of 1692.
Month: May 2026
10 Things You May Not Know About the Boston Tea Party
Uncover the real history of the Boston Tea Party. Explore surprising facts, key figures, economic causes, and its lasting legacy on the American Revolution.
George Washington Gave America This Advice the First Time He Tried to Retire
Discover George Washington’s 1783 Circular Letter to the States, his urgent first attempt at retirement and blueprint for a strong, unified United States.
Who were the Texians?
Discover the history of the Texians, the brave settlers and revolutionaries who fought for independence and forever changed the course of American expansion.
Why Pilgrims Arriving in America Resisted Bathing
Discover why the Mayflower Pilgrims resisted bathing, how their lack of hygiene shocked the Wampanoag, and the tragic consequences for early America.
10 Reasons Why Gouverneur Morris Was the Oddest Founding Father
Explore the brilliant, eccentric life of Gouverneur Morris, the ‘Penman of the Constitution’ who drafted the Preamble, opposed slavery, and designed NYC’s grid.
13 Everyday Objects of Colonial America | HISTORY
Discover 13 everyday objects of Colonial America that shaped daily life, survival, and social status during the early days of the original 13 colonies.
Beyond Salem: 6 Lesser-Known Witch Trials
Discover the dark, lesser-known history of global witch hunts beyond Salem, exploring the socio-political terror of European and American trials.
9 Things You May Not Know About Benedict Arnold
Discover the gripping story of Benedict Arnold, the brilliant general whose tragic turn from Revolutionary War hero to infamous traitor changed American history.
What School Was Like in the 13 Colonies | HISTORY
Explore the harsh reality of education in the 13 colonies. Learn about regional divides, early public school laws, hornbooks, and colonial schoolmasters.
Caesar Who? The Founding Father You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Discover the untold story of Caesar Rodney, the forgotten Founding Father whose dramatic 80-mile midnight ride in 1776 secured American independence.
The Pilgrims’ Miserable Journey Aboard the Mayflower | HISTORY
Explore the grueling reality of the Mayflower’s 1620 voyage. Discover the hardships, key figures, and lasting historical impact of the Pilgrims’ journey.