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.
American History
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.
Life Under British Occupation During the American Revolution
Explore the harsh realities of life under British military occupation during the American Revolution, from food shortages to the origins of the Third Amendment.
How Ben Franklin Established the US Post Office
Discover how Benjamin Franklin built the U.S. Post Office, transformed colonial communication, and created a secure mail network that united a new nation.