Washington’s clever attack saved The Revolution
Washington decided on a bold stroke of military strategy to win the Battle of Trenton on December 26, 1776.
Mayo Clinic began from community need
Although the Mayo Clinic grew beyond the lives of its creators, it's important to remember it was built on the practices and ideas of three individuals.
Election of 1860 led to two major parties
Learn more about how two major parties — Democrat and Republican — came to dominate the national elections in the United States.
Remembering a local World War II hero
Hugh Earnhart recaps the service of an American hero, William "Willy" Vaughan, of Austintown, Ohio, during World War II.
Success of radio stations tied to WWI
WWI was a blessing for radio because the United States government suspended all patent disputes until after the conflict and pushed production forward.
European immigrants got mixed welcome
The United States attracted many European immigrants during the decades of 1840 and 1850. Learn more about these large migrations and what caused them.
Navigation Acts focused on Colonial trade
Hugh Earnhart offers an inside look at British trade policy during the 17th century and explores how the Colonies fit into things.
Social Security Act was part of FDR’s New Deal
Probably the most revolutionary of all the New Deal undertakings was the Social Security Act. Find out how it was created, amended and finally passed.
Morrill Acts created land-grant colleges
The land grant colleges teach agriculture, mechanics and military science. Learn how the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890.
J.W. Powell led first expedition into Grand Canyon
Hugh Earnhart recaps the tale of John Wesley Powell and nine other men, who set off to explore the Grand Canyon on May 24, 1869.
