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George Washington's Family Tree

In Washington’s Virginia, family was a crucial determinant of social and economic status, and freedom

Cuyahoga River Caught Fire 50 Years Ago

Despite being much smaller than previous fires, the river blaze in Cleveland 50 years ago became a symbol for the nascent environmental movement

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A new display explores gay life beyond the historic riots at the National Museum of American History

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George Washington's Family Tree — George Washington's Family Tree

In Washington’s Virginia, family was a crucial determinant of social and economic status, and freedom

Cuyahoga River Caught Fire 50 Years Ago — Cuyahoga River Caught Fire 50 Years Ago

Despite being much smaller than previous fires, the river blaze in Cleveland 50 years ago became a symbol for the nascent environmental movement

Juneteenth: A New Birth of Freedom — Juneteenth: A New Birth of Freedom

The commemoration of the end of slavery holds special meaning for Americans nationwide

Norwegian Island Wants to Get Rid of Time — Norwegian Island Wants to Get Rid of Time

‘Our goal is to provide full flexibility, 24/7,’ one resident said. ‘If you want to cut the lawn at 4 a.m., then you do it.’

La Jolla's 'Lorax' Tree Has Fallen — La Jolla's 'Lorax' Tree Has Fallen

The Monterey cypress believed to have partially inspired Dr. Seuss's 1971 classic enviromental tale toppled last week for unknown reasons

The Struggles and Celebrations of LGBTQ Americans — The Struggles and Celebrations of LGBTQ Americans

A new display explores gay life beyond the historic riots at the National Museum of American History

This Unpleasant Royal Job Came With a Fancy Title — This Unpleasant Royal Job Came With a Fancy Title

It may sound like an auspicious title, but the ‘groom of the stool’ was anything but. Simply put, it was a role that entailed monitoring and assisting with Henry VIII’s bowel movements

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