Federal troops drove Confederate cavalry from these pastoral mountain valleys.
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It’s Not Enough Just to Be the President—You Have to Act the Part
Beginning with George Washington, American leaders have looked to the theater to shape their sense of character.
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A 19th Century Black Success Story: The Downing Family
Son of a successful oysterman, George Thomas Downing became a noted activist for Black rights.
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Before Creating ‘King Kong,’ He Fought the Soviets from the Air
Merian C. Cooper lived a life as exciting as anything he captured on film.
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George Washington’s Hotheaded Aide Had a Brilliant But Brief Career in the Fight for Independence
John Laurens, recalled in recent times as a key character in “Hamilton,” rushed to join the Revolution but met an early demise.
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Founding Forger: How Benjamin Franklin Mastered the Art of Fake News
“Fake news” wasn’t invented in the 21st century. In the 18th century, Ben Franklin was the ultimate fake news purveyor — from his home in Paris.
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Manhattan’s Oldest Home Is for Sale — Got $8.9 Million?
The roster of people who have a connection to the 1795 home reads like a who’s who list of famous Americans.
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Interview: Frank Scaturro / Ulysses S. Grant May Receive a Promotion—Nearly 140 Years After He Died
Famed American soldier and statesman Ulysses S. Grant has been a controversial historical figure, but his supporters say he deserves a posthumous promotion.
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No Guns, No Glory: The Race to Arm America
To supply American patriots with the weapons needed to fight the well-armed British regulars, the founders of the fledging nation turned abroad.