American Yankees Haven't Always Been Dandy

[+] The world has called Americans "Yankees" at least since World ...

The Past May Be Prologue

[+] In these difficult times, it's natural to wonder about the ...

Hanging In, Hanging Out, and Hanging On at the Drive-In

[+] The world's first drive-in movie theater opened in Camden, New ...

They Called Them 'Sodbusters'

[+] About six kilometers from the tiny town of Comstock, Nebraska, ...

American History Series: Relations With Britain Hit a Low Point in 1811

President James Madison wanted the warring British and French to honor American neutrality.

American History Series: Jefferson Tries to Keep Trade Ban on Europe

[+] ''For a time, I think the embargo is less evil ...

How Mississippi River, Budweiser Beer Flow Through St. Louis' Spirit

[+] The city and its history -- and a deal for ...

US History Series: Jefferson Suspends Trade with Europe in 1807.

[+] Britain and France were at war, and the British wanted ...

Ronald Reagan, 1911-2004: One of America's Most Popular Presidents

Edward Teller, 1908-2003: 'Father of the Hydrogen Bomb'

He was one of the best-known American scientists of the 20th century.

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