Coxey’s Army was a movement to persuade the government to do this.
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How Did WWI Fliers Deal with Inclement Weather?
Dear Mr. History, While driving through the rainstorm yesterday, I thought to myself, “How […]
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The Battle to Wear Pants: How Western Women Pushed Boundaries by Wearing Bloomers
The trouser-like garments proved practical in the 1850s, but full acceptance was a long time coming.
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Daily Quiz for December 26, 2016
Daniel David Palmer developed this branch of alternative medicine.
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Mexican-American War Troops Found Carnage at San Pasqual
On the march to San Diego, Gen. Stephen Kearny underestimated his foes and rushed into combat with a half-baked plan.
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Daily Quiz for December 25, 2016
The October 25, 1774 Edenton Tea Party, a rebellion in North Carolina, was unique in this respect.
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Christmas With the Custers: In Bitter Cold and Battles, Libbie Custer Fought for Holiday Cheer
The Custers and other frontier military families endured hardship and horrors during holidays, but did their best to find joy.
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Daily Quiz for December 24, 2016
Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa is named for Josiah Bushnell Grinnell, a minister who lost his pastorate in Washington D.C. due to holding this political position.
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Daily Quiz for December 23, 2016
A legendary athlete, Dan Patch excelled in this sport.
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Daily Quiz for December 22, 2016
Jessie Field Shambaugh founded this service organization.