In 1865, Congress passes the 13th Amendment. The war ends, Lincoln is assassinated and the states ratify the amendment later ...

In the last decade, at least 20 states have passed laws or policies that restrict how history can be taught in schools. Since ...

The Battle of Gettysburg, considered to be one of the most important battles of the American Civil War, came to an end on ...

The CSS "Shenandoah" only learned of the Confederacy's defeat in the summer of 1865. That June, the cruiser's crew sank 24 ...

Get a quick and clear explanation of the American Civil War in just one minute! Learn about the key events, causes, and outcomes that shaped US history during this pivotal conflict.

Tubman's 1863 raid, which destroyed seven plantations along the Combahee River in South Carolina and freed 756 enslaved ...

The Architecture of Presidential Commemoration” surveys the history of presidential memorialization, a complicated tale.

At the Camp William Penn Museum in Cheltenham, thousands of Black Civil War soldiers are remembered for their contributions ...

Henry C. Longnecker (1820-1871) was born in Cumberland County but later made Lehigh County and Allentown his home. He served ...

From live battle reenactments to walking in the footsteps of troops and visiting historical markers, these destinations offer ...

July 3rd holds a significant place in world history, marking moments of triumph, transformation, and cultural milestones ...

The story behind the "Old Glory" nickname for the American flag dates back to a 19th-century ship captain, who proudly ...