Each February America celebrates President's Day. But do we really know why and some other truths behind it?

Betsy Ross is a legend but as with all legends truth and myth become blurred. Learn a little more about this amazing woman who may or may not have sewn the first flag.

The expansion of America was not solely due to alliances and creating of colonies. It was spurned by the fur trappers that led to the settlement of the New World.

The first successful English settlement in the New World taught the newcomers some harsh lessons. Only with these lessons would a new country emerge.

What exactly is history? What does it mean to me?

The Persian Empire was mighty and powerful, yet few can remember much about them as the Romans and Greeks dominate Western Civilization history conversations. But their influence more than likely effects your everyday life.

Learn how history can be found in simple quilts and the fabric used in the pieces.

How to sign up for the History site newsletter and what you expect to find in the newsletter each week.

History can be found in the art around you. Learn about cultures and people by viewing the art work of the periods.

What is so important about history? The past is the past right? Wrong! Check out why studying history is vital to the future.