by Is This History | Apr 18, 2026 | American History, Presidents
When we think of the sixteenth president of the United States, we usually picture a towering figure in a top hat, a seasoned statesman, and the Great Emancipator. We picture the man who delivered the Gettysburg Address and safely guided a fractured nation through the...
by Is This History | Apr 17, 2026 | Civil War
The Medal of Honor stands as the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It recognizes gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. Many people recognize the modern prestige of this award, but fewer know...
by Is This History | Apr 16, 2026 | World War 2
Animals have long served alongside humans in times of conflict. From carrying heavy artillery to sniffing out danger, their contributions to major historical events are well documented. Yet, some acts of bravery stand out simply because they defy all expectations and...
by Is This History | Apr 15, 2026 | Ancient Greece, Ancient History
In 323 B.C., the ancient world lost its most formidable conqueror. Alexander the Great, the Macedonian king who forged an empire stretching from Greece to modern-day Pakistan, died in Babylon at the young age of 32. His sudden demise sent shockwaves through his...
by Is This History | Apr 14, 2026 | Arts and Culture
Ask most people who invented the automobile, and you will likely hear the name Henry Ford. Because the United States dominated the global automotive industry for much of the 20th century, a powerful misconception took root. Many assume the very concept of the motor...
