Presidents Who Said Strange Things Before Death
It's natural to assume US presidents have a lot of wisdom to share when on death's doorstep. But oftentimes, their final words are just strange and confusing.
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How Did Cowboys Bathe Themselves In The Wild West?
Ah, the life of the cowboy. Freedom. The open range. Cooking over a campfire. But was there time for bathing?
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Here's What The Book Of Mormon Says About Native Americans
The Book of Mormon is not just a spiritual text; in many ways, it's a snapshot of U.S. history at the time -- in particular, passages about Native Americans.
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How Did Cowboys Brush Their Teeth In The Wild West?
You could make the argument that cowboys had no excuse not to brush their teeth.
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The Painful Truth About Stagecoach Travel In The Old West
Stage travel was one way to get from Point A to Point B or even Q in the Old West -- But that doesn't mean it wasn't painful.
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What Life Was Like For Native Americans In The Wild West Era
During the late 19th century, as more Americans came west, they fought, killed, and pushed the Natives from their homelands to government-run reservations.
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Urilla Sutherland: The Truth About Wyatt Earp's First Wife
In the mythos that is the American West, few names are as short as Earp. Here's the story of his first wife, Urilla.
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What Did Cowboys Really Eat On Old West Trail Drives?
You know they ate beans. But what else did cowboys eat on Old West trail drives?
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The Real Reason Jet Li Refused To Be Richard Nixon's Bodyguard
What Nixon was thinking when he made this job offer is anyone's guess. But he did say this to a preteen Jet Li. Here's why Li refused to be Nixon's bodyguard.
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The Messed Up Truth Of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro
Nicolas Maduro considers himself the president of Venezuela, yet the U.S. and more than 50 other nations refuse to recognize him as such.
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The Tragic 1943 Death Of George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver was a monumental intellect, not only in terms of agriculture and botany, but also as a well-respected painter during his life.
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Foods You Didn't Realize Thomas Jefferson Made Popular In America
Thomas Jefferson was truly adventurous when it came to foods, and the palate.
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Westward Expansion: This Is How Much It Cost To Travel West
Pioneering wasn't only difficult, it was also pretty expensive. Here's how much it cost to travel west in the 1800s, and how much that would be today.
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Here's How Sitting Bull Got His Unique Name
Sitting Bull is rightly one of the mythic figures of 19th century American history. Beyond his involvement in military engagements is the story of his name.
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The Only Two Presidents Buried At Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place for many military personnel. It's also the grave site of several significant government figures.
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The Surprising True Story Of The Native American Confederate General
Like many children in planter class families, Watie had been baptized, received a Western-style education from Christian missionaries, and grew up bilingual.
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Messed Up Things That Actually Happened On The Oregon Trail
These messed up things really happened on the Oregon Trail. Heads up: it's a lot worse than the video game prepared you for.
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How Much Whiskey Did People Really Drink In The Old West?
In 1945's "Road to Utopia," Bob Hope and Bing Crosby walk up to the bar and order drinks. But how much whiskey did people really drink in the Old West?
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Dwight D. Eisenhower's Biggest Regret As President May Surprise You
Given the extremely fast-paced and demanding nature of the president's job, it's perhaps not unexpected that they make some wrong decisions.
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The Untold Truth About LGBTQ+ People In The Wild West
Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people played key roles in settling the American West. Read on for the untold truth of LGBTQ+ people in the Old West.
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Thomas Jefferson And John Adams Vandalized A Chair That Belonged To A Famous Playwright
While on separate diplomatic missions in 1786, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams met up for a thrilling foray across Great Britain's cultural sites.
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How Richard Nixon Became An Unwelcome April Fools' Day Joke
Some NPR listeners in 1992 were duped by an April Fools' Day joke that reportedly had listeners calling in to express their outrage. Here's the story.
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What Christmas Was Really Like In The Wild West
Christmas traditions in America follow many of the same customs of well over a century ago. But what about celebrating the yuletide season in the old Wild West?
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What Native Americans Ate Every Day Before Europeans Came
For Native Americans, putting dinner on the table was a full-time job. This is what Native Americans ate every day before Europeans came.
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What Life Was Like For Trappers In The Wild West
How was the life of the average trapper in the Wild West? In a word, short.
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George Washington's Tragic Death Explained
George Washington died suddenly on December 14, 1799, just two years after he left office as the first President of the United States.
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Lyncoya: The Tragic Story Of Andrew Jackson's Adopted Creek Son
Former U.S. president Andrew Jackson adopted a Native American child, the historical truth of which is largely a mystery. Here is the tragic story of Lyncoya.
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