Christmas trees—and conifers in general—have made some surprising cameos throughout U.S. history, author Trent Preszler ...

Discover the 20 top historical drama TV shows, spanning three continents from ancient Rome to the 20th century, organized ...

The Atlantic coastline is home to some of the most striking lighthouses in the United States, each offering a blend of ...

The history of Columbia, Missouri, as an American city spans two hundred years. Founded by pioneers from Kentucky in 1821 to ...

As long as Jews have been Jews, from God’s call to Abraham in Genesis chapter 12, our identity has been measured by way of ...

Not yet recognizing the extent of the defeat all along the front, Hitler and his generals saw their reverses merely as a ...

Ancient DNA from Denisovans left humans a powerful genetic advantage — a gene that helped early Americans survive new ...

Sulphur nestles among the natural wonders of the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a paradise for outdoor lovers. Crystal-clear streams, mineral springs, and lush forests surround this charming town ...

The Erie Canalway Trail provides miles of flat, scenic pathways ideal for walking, running, or cycling. Following the historic towpath where mules once pulled canal boats, the trail offers peaceful ...

The Battle of Great Bridge in modern-day Chesapeake was the first significant land battle of the American Revolution in Virginia. It was also significant because it featured multi-racial armies on ...

The roadside staple has long shaped our national culture — and, one reporter realized, moments in her own life.

On December 10, 1898, the United States signed a historic peace treaty to end the momentous Spanish-American War. The treaty ...