The summer of 1787 in Philadelphia was one to be remembered. In fact, it was in May that year that over 50 delegates from across the freshly independent United States descended on the city — ready to forge a path forward for the new nation. By the time summer was over, the U.S. Constitution was born.
Read MoreToday, we bring you a conversation between Historic America’s Sonali Prillman and Micheal Idriss, who is currently the African American Interpretive Fellow at Philadelphia’s Museum of the American Revolution. Micheal, with his wealth of knowledge on Philadelphia history, takes us back to the mass outbreak of a disease long before the days of COVID19: the Philadelphia Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793.
Read MoreBehind every successful museum is someone dedicated and passionate about history who runs the museum with every piece of their soul. At the Betsy Ross House, that woman is Lisa Acker Moulder, the current director. Lisa has dedicated 21 years of her professional career to the Betsy Ross House. Today, we get to talk to her about the museum, her career, and her favorite parts of Betsy Ross’s story.
Read MoreFounded in 1670, Charleston is one of the most historic cities in all of the United States. From the Revolutionary War to the War of 1812 to the Civil War and beyond, Charleston’s story is synonymous with the American story. Find out just how much history this city has to offer by exploring just a single block of it with us.
Read MoreWhat do the books George Washington’s Secret Six and Mount Vernon Love Story have in common? They show readers a unique angle of founding father, George Washington. Whether it’s the largely unknown story of espionage during the Revolutionary War or the love story behind the first president and his wife, both books capture the reader’s imagination when it comes to viewing George Washington outside of a strictly academic light. Although not the most scholarly of sources, both George Washington’s Secret Six and Mount Vernon Love Story are fun, casual reads for fans of American history who are looking to become enthralled by the life of the first president.
Read MoreIn March 1797, the United States of America witnessed its first transfer of power as George Washington retired from the presidency and his former vice president, the newly elected John Adams took over. This event established the tradition of a peaceful transition of power in the United States from one president to the next — a tradition which was tested following the 2020 Presidential Election.
Read MoreGreene's book is a good one, but you need to bring an appetite for serious military history with you. Otherwise, you might as well watch The Patriot and call it a day.
Read MoreAt multiple times during his career, George Washington had the opportunity to permanently seize the reins of power and install himself as an American dictator. Never was this danger greater then in 1783.
Read MoreI recently placed a visit to The Old Print Gallery in Washington, DC's Georgetown neighborhood to learn about the history of printmaking and see the amazing collection of classic American prints the space has to offer. For lovers of historic American art, The Old Print Gallery is like Candy Land and I was really excited that they allowed us to film inside.
Read MoreAs many of you know, this Sunday marked the 73rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Although Japan may have caught us with our pants down that fateful morning, over the course of our nation's military history, we've managed to launch several successful surprise attacks of our own. Submitted for your approval is the following list of Top 5 instances when 'twas Americans that kicked some unexpected butt...
Read MoreIf you're not familiar with author Nathaniel Philbrick, that'll soon change. Ron Howard is making Philbrick’s In the Heart of the Sea into a feature film, his book Mayflower is being adapted into a television series by FX, and Ben Affleck’s production company has optioned Bunker Hill, his most recent book. Not half bad.
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