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The Historical Roots of the Biden Mess
By Lawrence R. Jacobs / Made by History
How Biden's Decision Upholds Tradition
By Jeremi Suri
The Dark History of the Olympic Torch Relay
The Real History Behind 'Twisters'
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The Joy of Dr. Ruth
Her career in sex therapy was possible only because of dramatic shifts in American life.
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The Town That Launched the Modern Olympics
Today's Games date back to a 1890 sports tournament
By Olivia B. Waxman
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J.D. Vance's Appalachian Vision Isn't New
Vance comes on the heels of a long 19th and 20th century tradition.
By Tina A. Irvine / Made by History
July 18, 2024
What Emily Post and Daniel of Beccles Can Teach Us About Civility Today
Alexandra Hudson explores how codes of civility can help us through uncivil times.
By Alexandra O. Hudson
July 18, 2024
‘Apex’ Stegosaurus Fossil Sells for Record $44.6M at Auction
Sotheby’s said the anonymous buyer is American and intends to look into loaning the fossil to an institution in the U.S.
By Associated Press
July 17, 2024
Trump Won't Get a Big Sympathy Bump
When sides are deeply polarized, despite briefs moments of unity after violence, they soon retreat to their corners.
By Christine Adams / Made by History
July 17, 2024
Historians See Echoes of 1968 in Trump Assassination Attempt
Historians on how 1968 provides context for the 2024 Trump assassination attempt
By Olivia B. Waxman
July 17, 2024
The RNC That Shocked the Country
The pulsating anger in San Francisco 60 years ago became the party's animating spirit.
By Charles J. Holden / Made by History
July 17, 2024
The RNC That Changed the GOP
In 1976, Gerald Ford won the nomination and the center held. But Ronald Reagan's challenge would have far-reaching consequences.
By Ben Bradford / Made by History
July 16, 2024
The 1964 Warning that Republicans Ignored
The story of how moderate Republicans were complicit in the radicalization of the party and their own demise.
By Marsha E. Barrett / Made by History
July 15, 2024
Lady Bird's Hidden Role in LBJ's Choice
President Johnson shocked the nation when he announced he would not run for a second full term—but the First Lady had seen the decision coming for years.
By Melissa August
July 15, 2024
A Stark Look at the Recent History of Political Violence in America
The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is the latest act of political violence in America.
By Rebecca Schneid
July 14, 2024
The Rise of the College Application Essay
The essay component of American college applications has a long history, but its purpose has changed over time.
By Sarah Stoller / Made by History
July 11, 2024
What I Want My Kids to Know About Our Family's Dark History
Jessica Goudeau explores how we can confront our complicated family histories without messing it up completely.
By Jessica Goudeau
July 11, 2024
Getting Tough on the Homeless Fails
Decades of history indicates that getting people safe, stable housing combined with social services works far better than tough enforcement measures.
By Ella Howard / Made by History
July 10, 2024
Climber's Body Retrieved From Ice
Twenty two years ago, an avalanche buried American climber William Stampfl as he made his way up one of the highest peaks in the Andes.
By FRANKLIN BRICEÑO and AMY TAXIN / AP
July 9, 2024
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