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Lincoln Ellsworth—American Polar Explorer (Part II)
by Buddy Levy In Part I published previously on The History Reader, author Buddy Levy introduces readers to Lincoln Ellsworth and shares how he and famed explorer Roald Amundsen...
Guns, Chainsaws and Swords: The Rivals of the Humble Axe
by Rachel McCarthy James Whack Job author Rachel McCarthy James takes a look at how guns, chainsaws, and swords outshined the humble axe as weapons throughout history. The axe is...
Lincoln’s First Responder
by Tom Clavin Earlier this week—April 14th—was the 160th anniversary of our Sixteenth President’s assassination. Author Tom Clavin highlights the immediate moments after the...
Whatâs in the March Issue of the Journal of American History?
The March issue of the Journal of American History is now available online and in print. Included are articles by 2024 Louis Pelzer Award winner Jordan Villegas-Verrone, Devin...
Featured Excerpt: The Rebel Romanov
by Helen Rappaport From the New York Times bestselling author of The Romanov Sisters comes the story of a courageous young Imperial Grand Duchess who scandalized Europe in search...
Saturday and Sunday Highlights at OAH 2025
On the final full day of the conference, Chicagoâs clouds blocked the sun, but that did not dampen the mood at the Sheraton Grand as attendees gathered for the final full day...
Friday Highlights at OAH 2025
On Friday of the OAH conference, attendees came back together for ongoing discussions and panels. We enjoyed the continued sunshine Chicago has to offer as the Exhibit Hall...