President Franklin Pierce: 8 Major Accomplishments
When America was at its most crucial point (perhaps a tipping point), a 48-year-old Democratic Party politician by name Franklin Pierce was elected as president. Pierce, the 14th President of...
Category: U.S. History
Battle of Quebec (1775): History, Facts & Significance
The Battle of Quebec was an important battle that took place during the first few months of the American Revolution. Occurring in December, 1775, the battle saw American Patriot forces...
President Millard Fillmore: 8 Greatest Accomplishments
From 1849 to 1850, Millard Fillmore was the vice president under President Zachary Taylor. However, upon the death of President Taylor in July 1850, Fillmore was sworn in and became...
13 Major Facts about Millard Fillmore, 13th President of the United States
The following is a quick presentation of some very interesting facts about Millard Fillmore, the 13th U.S. president who often gets described by many as a “colorless” and people pleasing...
12 Common Myths about George Washington
Post the American Revolution, it was not uncommon for so many mythical stories to swell around important American freedom fighters and revolutionists. Of all those stories, the myths about George...
Ivana Trump: Facts about Donald Trump’s First Wife
Long before he became America’s 45th president, Donald J. Trump had already planted his name in the American media as a successful business tycoon. But for those who know Mr....
12th President of the United States: General Zachary Taylor
Briefly president of the United States from March 1849 until his unexpected death in July 1850, General Zachary Taylor is much more remembered and lauded for his exploits as a...
History & Impact of Hip Hop Music
Hip hop is one of the most vibrant music genres that continues to appeal to modern youth. The availability of digital music downloading websites has helped to popularize hip hop...
Donald Trump’s Educational Background
New York business magnate and 45th and 47th president of the United States, Donald J. Trump, loves to brag about his quality of education. But the fact of the matter...
Who Killed JFK?
John F. Kennedy, America’s 35th president, had not the slightest clue that he was going to be gunned down in the streets of Dallas, Texas, when he visited the area...
Louisiana Purchase (1803) – Summary, Cost & Significance
In 1803, the United States of America and France went into an agreement that saw the former acquire about 827,000 square miles of the latter’s territory. The Louisiana Territory, as...
List of US Presidents that have faced Impeachment Trials
According to Constitutional provisions of the United States of America, the House of Representatives has absolute rights to take impeachment actions against a sitting president if he/she misconducts himself by...
Donald Trump’s Early Life Story
Entering into the 2016 presidential race with a catchy slogan “Make America Great Again”, Donald J. Trump easily won the presidential election without having a long-term political career. His life...
The 9 Bloodiest Mass Shootings in US History
The American Dream is rooted in the belief that with hard work, perseverance and determination, anyone can easily prosper in the United States. But with that being said, the US...
Biography and Presidency of James K. Polk, 11th President of the United States
James K. Polk, America’s 11th president, was a Tennessee based politician who made sure that his term in the White House was one that reinforced the Manifest Destiny. Serving for...
