Discover the miraculous survival story of the Declaration of Independence—from its chaotic 1776 printing to surviving wars, fires, and Fort Knox.
American History
The Pests That Plagued Colonial America
Explore how invasive pests, shipboard rats, and disease-carrying mosquitoes shaped the daily survival, epidemics, and warfare of early American colonists.
What Was Life Like in Jamestown? | HISTORY
Discover what life in Jamestown was truly like, from the horrors of the Starving Time to the historical collision of the Powhatan and English settlers.
Jamestown Colony – Facts, Founding, Pocahontas
Explore the history of the Jamestown Colony, the first permanent English settlement in America. Learn about Captain John Smith, Pocahontas, and more.
8 Legendary Duels
Explore the gripping history of famous historical duels, from Hamilton vs. Burr to the Petticoat Duel, and discover how the Code Duello shaped global history.
13 Facts About the 13 Colonies | HISTORY
Explore the fascinating history of the 13 British colonies. From religious safe havens to economic friction, discover the events that founded America.
How Benjamin Franklin’s Viral Political Cartoon United the 13 Colonies
Discover how Benjamin Franklin’s famous Join or Die political cartoon became America’s first viral meme, uniting the fractured 13 colonies for revolution.
5 Things You May Not Know About Alexander Hamilton
Discover the incredible history of Alexander Hamilton. Explore 5 surprising facts about his rise, the scandalous Reynolds Pamphlet, and his tragic final duel.
The Pilgrims – America, Definition & Land | HISTORY
Explore the true history of the Pilgrims, the Mayflower voyage, the Mayflower Compact, and their complex relations with the Wampanoag tribe.
Meet Jack Jouett, the Paul Revere of the South
Discover the incredible story of Jack Jouett, the Paul Revere of the South, whose daring 40-mile midnight ride in 1781 saved Thomas Jefferson from the British.
Before Salem, the First American Witch Hunt | HISTORY
Discover the chilling history of the Hartford witch trials of 1662, the first American witch hunt that shook Connecticut decades before Salem’s hysteria.
How George Washington Used Spies to Win the American Revolution
Discover how George Washington used the Culper Ring, invisible ink, and double agents to outsmart the British and secure American independence.