American History
Explore the development of the United States with this collection of articles about American history. Topics in this section include the American Revolution, the gold rush and the expansion of the West. See more »
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From the southern tip of Florida to the Alaskan wilderness, explore North American history in-depth in the North American history section.
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Canada
Explored and developed by a diverse group of immigrants, Canada boasts a fascinating history. Find out about Canadian history in these detailed articles. See more »
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Famous Explorers
North America was a contested battleground, as explorers came to the New World. Here are the major North American explorers and their stories. See more »
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Native Americans
Native American history explores the origins of the first people to settle the North American continent. In this section, you can learn about people who played a crucial role in the development of Native American culture. See more »
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How the Underground Railroad Worked
Harriet Tubman was known as "the Moses of her people" for her work on the Underground Railroad. How much do we really know about this secret system?
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How the Civil Rights Movement Worked
How does change happen? For the civil rights movement, it began with a group of people who decided that separate but equal wasn't good enough.
Were the Clovis the first Americans?
It's a hotly debated topic: Who found America first? One theory proposes that it was the Clovis. So will we be replacing Columbus Day with "Clovis Day" on our calendars?
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