Charles Manson guided his followers on a killing spree that infamously led to the death of actress Sharon Tate, among others. Here's how he was caught.
Dolley Madison is known for the myth that she rescued a portrait from a burning White House, but her real life was exciting enough. Here are her many tragedies.
Being born in the White House has been a rare occasion throughout American history. Here are all the members of this exclusive club, and how they fared.
Ellis Island, New York, was the first port of call for immigrants for over half a century. Masses of people have passed through, including a few famous ones.
Not all Constitutional amendments are as famous as the first 10. Here is each one after the Bill of Rights explained and the circumstances that led to them.
The 1950s was a time of changing childhoods. Here are some things that were commonplace in the 1950s that have largely vanished from American schools today.
Blaxploitation films made a splash in the 1970s. Both revered and reviled for its portrayal of Black men and women, the genre faded but its influence persists.
Joining a fraternity or sorority has been a defining part of college life for over a century. But its history has not always been as illustrious as its alumni.
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy.
Martin Scorsese brought David Grann's book "Killers of the Flower Moon" to life in 2023. But how close to the reality did the film stay, and what was left out?
Being the child of a U.S. president is a tall order - especially if your father was Theodore Roosevelt. Here's what became of Roosevelt's six children.
America's first ladies have been mostly scandal-free, but they have run afoul of the press occasionally. Here are some first ladies' most scandalous moments.
Theodore Roosevelt banned Christmas trees in the White House despite living there with his wife and six children. Some may consider his reason practical.
The White House is the iconic residence of the president of the United States. Here's how the first head of state, George Washington, picked its location.
The United States of America has had 46 presidents since 1789, and most of them served only one four-year term. However, a select few won multiple elections.
Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day commemorate a so-called conqueror and those he conquered, respectively. Here's why they're celebrated the same day.
Worker strikes are nothing new, and have been integral for many gains for industry employees. In American history, the longest strike lasted over seven years.