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VIDEO | The first person to die in the American Revolution, Crispus Attucks became a symbol of resistance against British rule. Why did he put himself...

VIDEO | Learn about Peter Francisco, the Hercules of the American Revolution, and the tall tales that cemented his reputation.

VIDEO | While the faces of his contemporaries are carved into the fabric of US history, it took a Broadway musical to remind the world of Founding...

VIDEO | Spies: Their names became a by word for betrayal. They were tortured. Hanged. And their bodies strung up in public. Why did Philadelphia "It...

VIDEO | Floating hospitals have been around for millenia. Learn about the history of hospital ships and how they have helped save lives throughout the...

VIDEO | The American Revolution was a war that involved many different people – and forced Native Americans to choose sides. This is the story of...

VIDEO | It struck fear into the hearts of the British – rising 30-feet high and stretching three blocks long. The most intimidating object in U.S...

VIDEO | The case shot was a devastating battlefield innovation, but a lot could go wrong. In this video we explore the case shot, as well as other...

VIDEO | Unlike other democracies around the world – where people can vote for political parties representing many different interests – the United...

VIDEO | We all know the Constitution of the United States is awesome, but do you know its origin story? And how would you improve the U.S...

VIDEO | Did you know that hipsters were a thing back in the 18th century – and were known as Macaroni? Our ancestors liked to get creative with...

VIDEO | While about 5,000 African American soldiers fought for the ideals of freedom and democracy during the Revolutionary War, slavery was common in...