Where Is George Washington Buried?
George Washington -- the man who won the American Revolution, the first president of the United States -- surely as revered in death as he was in life.
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The Tragic 1885 Death Of Ulysses S. Grant
Ulysses S. Grant is widely credited with bringing victory to the Union during the American Civil War, as well as serving two terms as president.
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Inside The Time Two Solomon Islanders Saved John F. Kennedy
John Kennedy was instrumental in saving the lives of his crew when their patrol boat was sunk during World War II. Helping him were two men from the region.
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How Mahalia Jackson Became The Voice Of The Civil Rights Movement
It's a long list -- artists who got their start singing gospel music. Toward the top is a woman who was also instrumental in the civil rights movement.
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What Was Colonel Tom Parker's Net Worth When He Died?
In much the same way that people made far more money selling equipment to miners than miners did mining, so it often is with managers of popular performers.
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Here's What Jails Were Like In The Old West
Wherever society creates governance, there will be those individuals who live their lives in opposition, against whom society must protect itself.
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President Calvin Coolidge Had An Unusual Woodland Pet
It's not at all unusual for the First Family to bring pets with them when they move into the White House. Other times, pets arrive later, as gifts.
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The Truth About Donald Trump's Tenure As A Football Owner In The USFL
No question -- professional American football is big business at every level. No wonder, then, that people thought they could prosper starting a new league.
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How Hattie McDaniel Helped Save An Affluent African American Neighborhood
Hattie McDaniel is best remembered for her role as Mammy in the 1939 film "Gone With the Wind." But she also helped save an African American neighborhood.
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John F. Kennedy's Father Allegedly Had Affairs With These Two Hollywood Icons
Depending on who you believe, the Kennedy men have a reputation for romantic affairs with film stars. The apple, it seems, fell not far from the tree.
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The Truth About Elvis Presley's Relationship With His Manager, Colonel Tom Parker
Would Elvis have become such a huge star without the help of his manager? Let's examine the relationship between Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker.
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Why Juneteenth Lost Popularity During The Era Of Jim Crow
Juneteenth is a national holiday and marks the day when all corners of the U.S. received word of emancipation. It lost popularity in Jim Crow and here's why.
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What Did Early Juneteenth Celebrations Look Like?
Former enslaved people began to celebrate Juneteenth in 1866. The holiday combines "June" and "nineteenth" and commemorates the news that slavery ended.
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What Most People Get Wrong About Thomas Jefferson's Last Words
Thomas Jefferson's last words are widely believed to have been "this is the Fourth of July," but reality may be different. Here's what he may have said.
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What Really Happened When Donald Trump Tried To Trademark 'You're Fired'
Catchphrases are funny things. Whether it's a comedian's punchline after the punchline, or a memorable phrase from a commercial, they offer instant recognition.
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How A Small Village In Mexico Came To Celebrate Juneteenth
Increasing awareness of the tragic legacy of enslaved peoples in the United States has given rise to Juneteenth celebrations, which also have spread to Mexico.
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The Biggest Landslides In US Presidential Elections
Presidential elections can be some of the most contentious times in American politics. Here are the biggest landslides in U.S. presidential elections.
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Dark Secrets Of The 1968 Chicago Riot Revealed
The 1960s are one of the most turbulent decades in U.S. history, especially in Chicago. These are the dark secrets of the 1968 Chicago Riot, revealed.
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President James Garfield's Gut-Wrenching Final Words
James Garfield had a fairly unremarkable presidency, but he was one of the few presidents to be assassinated in office. These were his final words.
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Countries With The Strictest Gun Laws
In America, gun ownership is a constitutional right. But other regions of the world have a different approach. Here are the ones with the strictest gun laws.
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Do Living US Presidents Actually Get Along?
Being president of the United States is a unique position, with few people who have lived the role. Do those former presidents consult, or even get along?
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Here's What William Henry Harrison Did During His Month As President
William Henry Harrison, the ninth president of the United States, was elected in 1840 along with vice-presidential candidate John Tyler. Here's what he did.
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Bill Clinton's Haunting Memory Of His Stepfather Is Quite The Eye-Opener
We're probably past the days when a candidate talks about being born in a log cabin. That doesn't mean chief executives didn't have challenges growing up.
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How A Cartoon Voice Actress Made Richard Nixon's Enemies List
Voice acting always seems like a pretty solid gig. No costumes, no memorizing lines, no makeup. Show up, read the words. What could go wrong?
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US Presidents Who Ran Unopposed In Their Elections
The United States prides itself on its robust arena of political debate, but it wasn't always that way. Years ago, two presidents ran for election unopposed.
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Why A Malcolm X Postcard Featured A Photo Of A Chimpanzee
Malcom X is one of the U.S.' most well-known and most controversial civil rights leaders. Here's why he once sent a postcard with a picture of a chimpanzee.
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The Truth About The Indy 500's Wild Snake Pit
If you hear a mention of the Indy 500, there's a good chance you'll be thinking of the race, but there's also a longtime tradition called the Snake Pit.
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