To test the impact of an atomic blast on populated areas, technicians built entire fake towns, with houses, shops, and even mannequin families
In England and the United States, the fear of beggars gave rise to a number of justifications for why they shouldn't be helped
The tale of "Seward's Folly" must also be seen through the eyes of Alaska's native populations
Outrage over the revolt spurred the U.S. to deliver on a promise of the Revolution
The legendary actor stumped and even wrote speeches for the 32nd president
Warren has progressive values, but her populism is just like Andrew Jackson’s
As it entered World War I, the United States was politically torn and financially challenged. An American icon came to the rescue
The “Greatest Show on Earth” enthralled small-town crowds and had a long-lasting influence on national culture
With flint and derring-do, the early 20th century pilot Ruth Law ruled American skies
Near where the Battle of Yorktown was waged, a new museum fuses innovative technology with storytelling techniques to connect with visitors
Their dislike for each other set the tone for Supreme Court politics for decades to come
When James A. Brussel used psychiatry to think like a criminal, he pioneered the science of profiling
Weapon Hunter host Paul Shull is tracing the history of the iconic American gun known as the Stinger
The U.S. had good reason to be cautious about drawing a line between disloyalty and conduct deserving of prosecution
From colonial patriots to mass-marketed milkshakes, the Irish religious holiday has morphed into a worldwide celebration
A serendipitous discovery helped engineers harness radar to create the now ubiquitous timesaving appliance
A madman, a conspiracy and a lot of angry politicians
The Prison Ship Martyrs Monument, a crypt in Fort Greene Park, may become part of the national park system
A neglected period of American photographic history goes on display at the National Gallery of Art
It makes for a catchy slogan used by politicians of all persuasions, but there's little truth to it
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