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July 13 marks the passing of 30 notable modern-era icons whose contributions have left a lasting impact on their respective fields. From composers to actors,…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 14, 2026
History & Events
In the summer of 1974, the walls of power began to crack. President Richard Nixon, once reelected in…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 14
General History
Political parties feel like an unshakable part of democracy—but they weren’t always around. In fact, the Founding Fathers…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 12
General History
In a city known for its dreamers, eccentrics, and rebels, Joshua Abraham Norton still stands out. In 1859,…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 11
History & Events
Throughout U.S. history, devastating explosions have not only claimed lives but also catalyzed significant reforms in safety laws…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 11
On This Day
Throughout history, July 12 has been a fateful date, marking the passing of several influential figures. These icons,…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 10
General History
When we think of pirates, we often picture eye patches, parrots, and treasure maps marked with an “X.”…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 9
General History
Think you know everything about American work culture? Think again. From handshake histories to eyebrow-raising benefits, U.S. job…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 8
Culture & Society
Colonial America wasn’t just a time of powdered wigs and revolutionary ideals—it was also an era of questionable…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 7
General History
The American Civil War was a time of immense hardship, but amidst the turmoil, soldiers and civilians alike…
By Catherine Hollis · Mar 7