american-history
How ‘Illegal Alien’ Became an American Lightning Rod
In 1790, George Washington created a social, economic and moral issue larger than the Founding Fathers could’ve ever imagined
The Poisonous Laxative That Built America
As Lewis and Clark mapped the West, they depended on a hearty dose of mercury to cure both constipation and syphilis. It’s a miracle they didn't die
Why Boomer Dads Are So Obsessed With a Certain Type of History Book
Banal? Uncritical? Wrapped in red, white and blue cover-to-cover? Dad’s gonna love it!
The ‘Don’t Tread on Me’ Flag May Not Be Racist, but It Sure Is Dumb
When it comes to the meaning of American symbols, a couple centuries make all the difference
