The Most Powerful First Ladies In US History
Who said that the office of the first lady is one without power or influence? Several helped shaped their husband's policies and practices while in office.
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This Was The Youngest First Lady In US Presidential History
Born in Buffalo, New York, Frances married President Grover Cleveland when she was 21 and was even the first bride to be married there.
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The Messed Up Story Of Wounded Knee
The history between the US and Native Americans doesn't make the US look like the shining hero it pretends to be. This is the messed up story of Wounded Knee.
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Why Theodore Roosevelt Was One Of America's Coolest Presidents
And of all the presidents in United States history, none were as historic, noble, and downright cool as Theodore Roosevelt.
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Richard Nixon's Daughter Is Married To Another Former President's Grandson
Former President Richard Nixon might be infamous for the Watergate scandal, but his daughter famously married another former head of state's grandson.
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Incredible True Stories Of Black Soldiers In The American Civil War
Often overlooked, Black soldiers were some of the most courageous participants of the American Civil war. These are a few of their incredible true stories.
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Here's What Might've Happened If Malcolm X Survived His Assassination
Harlem-based revolutionary Malcolm X was a human rights advocate and activist who fought for racial equality for Black Americans.
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This Is How Many Kennedy Family Members Have Run For President
The Kennedy family is perhaps the United States' most famous political dynasty. Over the years, multiple members have run for president - but just how many?
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The Reason Modern U.S. Presidents Never Have Facial Hair
Despite this being the age of beards, facial hair remains so absent from the White House.
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The Last Thing These US Presidents Said Before They Died
When it comes to presidential last words, not all are well-known, and not all were recorded, but here is how some of America's commanders-in-chief met death.
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Here's What Happened To The Home John F. Kennedy Was Born In
President John F. Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917 at 83 Beals Street in middle-class Brookline, Massachusetts. Here's what happened to the home.
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Why Operation Underground Railroad Was Once Under Investigation
Tim Ballard's Operation Underground Railroad, an organization that works to rescue children from sex trafficking, was once under investigation.
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Presidential Children Who Were Troublemakers
These presidential children were total troublemakers. There's nothing like being young and on top of the world.
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Rules Former Presidents Have To Follow
Even commanders-in-chief can't do whatever they want. From driving cars to using cell phones, these are the rules that former presidents have to follow.
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The Final Months Of John F. Kennedy Jr.'s Life
John F. Kennedy Jr.'s premature death fueled the notion that the Kennedys were a family dogged by misfortune. His final months only fed that image more.
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Why White Buffalo Are So Revered By Indigenous People
White buffalo are revered by indigenous people in North America. Here's why the rare animals are part of native people's belief systems.
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What Happened To The Real-Life Diseases That Killed You In Oregon Trail?
There were plenty of ways to die in the classic "Oregon Trail" video game, including snakebites, broken limbs, accidental gunshots, and disease.
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How The Hunter Biden Case Could Affect The 2024 Presidential Election
In June 2023, it was revealed that Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, will plead guilty to tax offenses. Here's how it could affect the 2024 presidential election.
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The Heaviest Drinking Presidents In American History
The highest office in the U.S. has attracted a surprisingly large number of heavy drinkers. Here are the heaviest drinking presidents in American history.
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Are American Presidents Allowed To Get Drunk?
The job of president of the United States is one of many responsibilities, so alcohol might seem like a no-go. But are they allowed to get drunk?
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The Second Indictment Against Donald Trump Explained
When the indictment against Donald Trump was finally unsealed over the weekend, the exact nature of the charges against the former president came to light.
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The Strangest Places Donald Trump Stored Classified Documents
Donald Trump is facing federal charges for allegations around illegally held documents. Here are the strangest places he stored the classified materials.
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How Many Presidents And Vice Presidents Have Taken Classified Documents (That We Know Of)?
The Presidential Records Act of 1978 made it illegal to mishandle classified information, which is how former president Donald Trump was indicted in 2023.
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Why The Harlem Ballroom Scene Was Important To The Black And Latinx LGBTQ+ Community
The Harlem Ballroom Scene was and is important to the Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ community. Its cultural impact is also more ubiquitous than you may realize.
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Pat Robertson's Controversial 1988 Bid For President
Pat Robertson, credited with the rise of the religious right in American politics, sought the 1988 nomination for president in the Republican Party.
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Why Independence Rock Was Such An Important Landmark On The Oregon Trail
One of the landmarks along the Oregon Trail is Independence Rock in Wyoming. The rock is considered the halfway point for many travelers heading west.
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The Mystery Of Why Paul Newman Showed Up On Richard Nixon's Opponents List
Richard Nixon's "Opponents List" is exactly what it sounds like - a list of people his administration deemed to be a threat. On that list was one Paul Newman.
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