Category U.S. History

Discover the rich and complex narrative of American history, from its indigenous cultures and colonial origins to major events that shaped the nation.

January 20, 2025
Politics, U.S. History

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Honoring a Legacy of Equality and Justice

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Becomes Federal Holiday in 1986

January 17, 2025
Today's Birthday, U.S. History

Celebrating Benjamin Franklin’s Birthday: The Life and Legacy of a Founding Father

Benjamin Franklin Born: A Founding Father’s Legacy Begins in 1706

January 15, 2025
U.S. History, World History

The Pentagon Opens in 1943: A Symbol of U.S. Military Strength and Strategy

The Pentagon Opens: World’s Largest Office Building 1943

January 8, 2025
U.S. History

The Day the United States Cleared Its National Debt to $0

U.S. Achieves $0 National Debt in 1835: A Historic Feat

January 6, 2025
U.S. History, World History

New Mexico Joins the Union as the 47th State

New Mexico Joins the U.S. as 47th State in 1912

January 4, 2025
U.S. History

January 4, 1896: Utah Becomes the 45th State, Shaping American History

Utah Joins the Union: January 4, 1896

January 2, 2025
U.S. History

January 2, 1788: Georgia Becomes the 4th State to Join the United States

Georgia Becomes the 4th State: January 2, 1788

December 25, 2024
U.S. History

Iowa Statehood: How the 29th State Shaped American History in 1846

Iowa Becomes 29th State of the United States

December 6, 2024
U.S. History

The Washington Monument: A Timeless Symbol of American Resilience and Unity

The Washington Monument: A Timeless Symbol of American Resilience and Unity

December 3, 2024
U.S. History

Illinois Becomes the 21st State: A Milestone in U.S. History

Illinois Becomes 21st State 1818