For more than a century, this Black soldier from Virginia was remembered by nearly no one. Then this year, someone at the Pentagon found a use for him.

A Virginia school board's decision to reinstate Confederate names on two schools is headed to trial, sparking debate over First Amendment rights and equal access to education.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Approximately 155 Soldiers from the Illinois Army National Guard’s Pontiac-based A Troop, 2nd Squadron, ...

An October conference examined the legacy of the Siege of Petersburg, a grim episode in America’s “great single tragic event.” ...

Since we have celebrated Veteran’s Day, it is appropriate to keep remembering our veterans throughout the year. A great way ...

Of the hundreds of Westerns released in the 1950s, movies like 1952's High Noon and 1956's The Searchers are among the best ...

The Emmy winner reflects on trips to the city and its many layers of history, from waterfront landmarks to a groundbreaking ...

Often overlooked, the French "Charleville" infantry musket was one of the most significant longarms of the 18th and 19th ...

By Douglas Sanders Remember finding a coin or arrowhead and wondering if it’s worth anything? Now imagine having a large ...

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for December 8, and notable births and deaths of native ...

The American Civil War. Remember it? Well, no, because you weren't alive. But you've read about it, and the Civil War officially ended exactly 160 years ago, with the last shot fired June 22, 1865.

The chemistry between Blunt and Spencer is magnetic, too, making it a must-watch for fans of The Abandons and for anyone who ...