U.S. History

Choice Victuals

For smithsonian's writers, the curiouser the better

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Taken by Surprise

A fireman stands behind rubble.

Aftershocks

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Hallowed Ground

An investigation of old grave sites in New England is unearthing hard truths about yankees and slavery

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Mongrel Nation

Time and again, America has demonstrated a resilience that is rooted in the remarkable diversity of her people

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Star-Spangled Principles

Plume of September 11 attack seen from space by NASA

Carrying On

After a cataclysm, The editors wrestled with how to respond

Roosevelt standing next to the elephant he shot on safari

Bears and Rhinos

Never underestimate the role of sentimentality in the making of american myths and heroes

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Gone Fishing

For 20 years, Don Moser hooked readers with great stories. Now that he's retiring, trout beware

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Hi-Yo, Silver! Away!

The story of how the Smithsonian came by its mask rivals in interest the way the Lone Ranger got his

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Hell on Wheels

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Mamie's Purse

For an inaugural ball, a victim of war created an evening bag for the First Lady of a war hero

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They Eat to Serve

Stuart's Lansdowne portrait of George Washington

A Gift to the Nation

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Generosity and Standards

Benjamin Franklin

Dr. Franklin's Plan

This printer, scientist and ambassador early formed a plan for himself —and for the country he helped to found

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In Good Spirits

Lily dale, New York, is a curious little village where the still-quick commune with the once-quick

Executive Images

To assemble "The American Presidency" exhibition, experts scour a treasure trove of historic pictures

An Uncommon Treasure-House

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Destination: Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Taking a short "Smithsonian Journey" through the museums' amazing collections

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