Abraham Lincoln made a stopover at Cincinnati on his way to his inauguration in 1861, just as the nation was falling apart.

John Ganson died in 1874 and was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo. His obituary stated that “He was a War Democrat, ...

The Senate had passed the Amendment on April 8, 1864. Ganson, who was born in Le Roy, represented the 30th Congressional ...

Which President Contributed the Most to U.S. National Debt? The national debt increased by nearly 40 times under Abraham Lincoln from 1861 to 1865—the largest multiple of increase in U.S. history.

Americans don’t have royalty, a class of people considered better than others, because we don't visualize things that, unlike title-obsessed Europeans.

While some Republicans want to put Donald Trump onto Mt. Rushmore, historians often change their views of presidents over ...

Discover the hidden gems of Illinois, including its diverse landmarks and rich history. Explore the Land of Lincoln.

Dozens of protesters went to the Denver offices of Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper to ask for more action against ...

As of 2023, more than half of states across the U.S. recognize Juneteenth as a permanent state holiday, according to the Pew ...

As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.

Stephen Puleo’s biography offers a fresh glimpse into the Radical Republicans’ struggle against slavery and shines a light on ...

President's Day 2025 falls on 17th February. Learn about its history, significance, and the celebrations in honor of George ...