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Eduardo Pagán Excited by history's journey of discovery and attacks investigations with a scholarly rigor.
How to do Military Research Using military records in your research.
How to Analyze Textiles How to find out more about a textile's origins.
"Scottsboro Boys" Stamp Did a penny stamp help save the Scottsboro Boys from the electric chair?
Amelia Earhart Plane Was this piece of metal ripped from one of the most famous missing planes in history?
John Brown Letters How is this woman in Sacramento related to John Brown, the 19th-century abolitionist?
Lewis & Clark's Cane Was this family heirloom a gift from the famous explorers Lewis and Clark?
Gwen Wright Tackles mysteries with innovative thinking - and keen curiosity.
How to Research Buildings Discover more about a building's history.
Prison Plaque Were convicted felons responsible for bringing peace to Western Europe during World War I?
Historical Research It's your turn to be a History Detective.
Investigations Follow Up This week’s episode contained three popular repeats from season 8. Here’s an update on what...
Elyse Luray Capable of charming anyone into revealing clues and sharing secrets.
Drone Propellor Could this propellor have powered a top secret weapon that transformed modern warfare?
How to Preserve Items Learn how to preserve papers, books, photographs and textiles.