With another US government partial shutdown looming, a look at how often Congress and the White House faced off over budgets since 1976.

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There has been a lot of discussion of late centered on America’s past—and how we as a nation should address it moving forward ...

Perhaps somewhere in America this week, a high school history teacher will assign his students to prepare for a debate on the question, “Was Gavrilo Princip justified in assassinating Archduke Franz ...

Annie Polland argues that studying our humble roots teaches us what really makes American history exceptional.

Get a quick and clear explanation of the American Civil War in just one minute! Learn about the key events, causes, and outcomes that shaped US history during this pivotal conflict.

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"I never doubted America would pull through" in the turbulent 1960s, and we can pass today's tests, too, writes Sen. Chuck Grassley.

"The American Five" tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr. and his closest allies as they planned the March on Washington. NPR talks to playwright Chess Jakobs about the play.