A complex understanding of the past is vital to understanding what’s happening in the United States today. But many of us often don’t get the historical background we need in school. For example, to ...

Think you know American history? Maybe it’s time to reconsider. The story of the United States is far more complicated, ...

Next July, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of its founding, a milestone set to be celebrated across the country. American history will serve as the centerpiece of many of these ...

Columnist, author, and linguist Richard Lederer spent about six months writing his latest book, “American History for Everyone.” That was a lot longer than it’s typically taken him to write his dozens ...

Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America re-tells American history from the experiences of Black people. In today's episode, political commentator and author Michael Harriot speaks with ...

Literature shapes how we see ourselves, our country, and the world around us. Reading a book isn’t just about turning pages.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – South Dakota State Library (SDSL) is commemorating America’s 250th anniversary with a reading program for all ages. According to a press release from the South Dakota ...

As an affiliate partner, Military.com earns from qualifying purchases. Attention, book nerds, history buffs and leadership wonks: It's March Madness for the best books on military history. And no one ...

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As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding in July 2026, the nation must confront a stark reality: Americans are more polarized than they’ve been in decades. Among the key ...