A letter signed by college presidents across the country has doubled to over 200 in less than 24 hours. It calls for "one ...

All maps are influenced by the intent and biases of their creator—even those that are striving to be as accurate as possible.

The Battle of Nuremberg, one of the last American battles in Europe in World War II, saw the 7th Army engage in days of ...

A new set of stamps honors five pivotal American Revolution battlefields across the Northeast as the US prepares for its ...

Over 80 people were killed during a 1993 standoff between a religious cult and federal law enforcement in Waco, Texas. Here’s ...

This month marks the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, where minutemen fought British soldiers who ...

Lexington and Concord was the first of several battles fought in Massachusetts. One of the nine on our list included Martha's Vineyard.

We followed the route of Revere’s famous midnight ride. Along the way we spoke to many Americans who felt a sense of wonder ...

For such a fabled journey, you might think Paul Revere’s route would be lined with reminders of his epic dash.

In new book 'A Promised Land,' history professor Adam Jortner looks at the role of Jews - then just 0.1% of the population - ...