U.S. History
What do U.S. vice presidents do?
The role of the U.S. vice president was the butt of jokes in earlier times, but the job has evolved to bestow more power and carry more importance.
Honoring Hispanic-American leaders
Hispanic Americans have contributed to every segment of U.S. society. Here are five whose talents have propelled them to the top of their fields.
Core U.S. values echo in Universal Declaration of Human Rights
On December 10, 1948, the United Nations ratified the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which outlined the rights and freedoms for all humans.
Women are a crucial part of the U.S. military
In all branches of the U.S. military, women serve important roles, from enlisted personnel to four-star generals and admirals.
An inspiring portrait, in person or online
A mural of activist Ida B. Wells was unveiled to mark the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote in the U.S.
Kids use art to honor women’s right to vote
First lady Melania Trump and the Office of the White House Curator launched an art exhibition to honor the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
The spirited history of presidential debates
Technology has changed U.S. presidential debates since the days of Abraham Lincoln, but debates still give voters important information about candidates.
Presidential debate milestones [infographic]
From the Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858 to present day contests, presidential debates have given voters valuable information about candidates.
A tribute to the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks
Commemorations in New York, northern Virginia and Pennsylvania honor the 2,977 victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the U.S.