How a short mutant with a short fuse lead a pop culture juggernaut.
At the Pilgrims’ first autumn harvest feast in 1621, only the beer had European roots. More than 400 years later, Native American crops continue to fill our bellies on Thanksgiving.
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NASA recently announced a partnership with a couture designer, but in the 1960s, the first spacesuits were made by a company better known for manufacturing bras and girdles.
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During the Civil War, people were mistrustful when the government introduced paper money.
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American lighthouses witness a changing of the guard.
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More than any other clothing item, the mini became a symbol of the changing cultural attitudes and the growing impact of youth that defined the 1960s.
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Many animals experience a range of feelings, including joy, fear, grief, and compassion.
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Photos today are ubiquitous, but they were once considered miraculous. Here’s a look at the first photos ever taken, as well as the first photos of people, pets, presidents, and more.
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Before you get down to the serious business of voting, here’s a little campaign trail comedy.
