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Glossary A list of useful words and phrase for carrying out historical research.
Wes Cowan A passionate explorer of "the grand panoply of American history."
People's Army Newspaper Vietnam's People's Army Newspaper devoted a five part series to the deeply personal story of...
Eduardo Pagán Excited by history's journey of discovery and attacks investigations with a scholarly rigor.
Harlem Heirs How is this ornate document connected to the earliest settlers of New York City and a potential multi-million dollar land dispute?
How to use Archives Learn how to successfully use archives for your research.
Elyse Luray Capable of charming anyone into revealing clues and sharing secrets.
Snowshoe's Mailbag Was this the satchel Snowshoe Thompson used to deliver his mail?
Liberty Bell Pin Was one of America’s most iconic symbols melted down into a mere memento?
Bill Of Sale Who was this girl sold into slavery?
Evaluating Very Old Objects How to discover fascinating history, from very old objects.
Find out about Appraising Getting a valuation using an independent source or expert opinion.
Kahlil Gibran Painting Is this painting an unknown work by an immigrant poet whose words inspired an American generation?
How to Research Buildings Discover more about a building's history.
Galvez Papers What stories do these faded legal pages reveal about a revolutionary war hero’s role in an unexpected love affair?