Lt. Col. Pete Ellis’ “Operations Plan 712” was an extraordinary and prescient report—serving as the basis for what became the American amphibious juggernaut of World War II.

Two generations of the Borden family left a large and lasting imprint on the development of the early Milton community, ...

After a long historic journey across the country, old Civil War artifacts that predate 1860, have made their way to Wisconsin ...

Jerome Palmer of Hinkletown, who drew undiscovered sketches during the Civil War, enlisted in the Iowa Infantry to fight on behalf of the Union.

Learn about the major world events and happenings, birthdays, and deaths that took place on July 22. Check what happened today in history here.

MATTOON — The Exchange Club of Mattoon recently honored five couples and one organization for regularly flying the American flag. The honors are a continuation of the Proudly We Hail ...

In the opening chapter of Kings and Generals' Civil War series, we explore the deep-rooted causes behind America’s bloodiest conflict. From the unrest of Bleeding Kansas to John Brown’s raid, and from ...

Confederate Lieutenant Henry S. Farley pulled the trigger of a large cannon at Fort Sumter at 4:30 a.m. on April 12, 1861.

Crusading journalist and an­ti-lynching activist Ida B. Wells-Barnett is born in Holly Springs, Miss. Wells-Bar­nett was a ...

Historic American Cities Perfect for a Weekend Trip spotlights Boston-to-Natchez getaways where cobblestoned streets, ...

Author Darin Wipperman provides a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Berdan’s sharpshooters during the American Civil War.

But for reasons unknown, up to 7 feet of riverbed has been scoured away, excavating parts of the 130-foot-long ship not seen since it sank in 1862, according to Nathan Richards, director of the ...