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John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859 was an important event in American history, especially in relation to the outbreak of the American Civil War. This article details the history and significance of John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry.
Abraham Lincoln served as the 16th President of the United States and the first ever Republican President. This article details the life and significance of Abraham Lincoln, including his role in the American Civil War.
The Berlin Airlift was one of the first major events of the Cold War. It lasted from June 24th, 1948 to May 12th, 1949, during the timeframe of the Berlin Blockade. This article details the history and significance of the Berlin Airlift.
Emmett Till was an important figure in the Civil Rights Movement whose murder in 1955 drew national attention to racial violence in the United States. This article details the history and significance of the death of Emmett Till, especially in relation to the Civil Rights Movement.
The Second Continental Congress was the governing body of the American colonies during the Revolutionary War, convening in Philadelphia in May of 1775 and producing the Declaration of Independence, the Continental Army, and the Articles of Confederation. This article details the history and significance of the Second Continental Congress.