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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.

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 »

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 »

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 »

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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Is D.B. Cooper still alive?

It's one of the biggest unsolved crimes in U.S. history: How did a mild-mannered man single-handedly hijack a plane and make off with $200,000 in cash? Could he still be alive?

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How Monticello Works

When Thomas Jefferson inherited 5,000 acres of land in Charlottesville, Va., he set out to build a house with more conveniences and European influences. How long did it take him to build it, and what did he include in the plans?

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How the Boston Tea Party Worked

In the dark of night on Dec. 16, 1773, residents of Boston poured more than 90,000 pounds of tea into the harbor. But they weren't trying to set a world record for the most cups of tea made at one time. They were protesting the British government.