The Evolution of Party Politics: A Look at the History of Platform Realignment in the U.S.
Throughout its history, the United States has seen numerous shifts in the party platforms of its two major political parties, the Republicans and Democrats. These realignments have been influenced by a variety of factors, including major events, changing demographics and social attitudes, and the influence of political leaders and influencers. In this post, we’ll take […]
What Saloons Were Really Like In The Old West
Saloons in the Old West were a central part of American Western culture, from small camps to established towns. They were known for their drinking and gambling, but also served as a social hub. Contrary to their depiction in Western movies, life at a saloon was not always filled with fights and cheating at cards. […]
12 Facts You Didn’t Know About Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights activist, and Baptist clergyman is best known for his use of civil disobedience to gain equal rights for African-Americans. As the first non-president to have a national holiday named after him in the United States, you’d think Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would be well-known. However, what most […]
12 Strange Great Depression Foods
A significant stock market crash in 1929 marked the beginning of a global economic downturn that lasted for almost ten years. The American diet underwent a significant transformation as a result of the development of refrigeration, modifications to the food supply chain, and an increase in the demand for low-cost meals. It was difficult to […]
Daniel Sickles: The Rowdiest Civil War General
Despite having little prior military experience, Daniel Sickles was appointed a Union general during the Civil War. He gave his amputated limb to the Army Medical Museum after losing it at the Battle of Gettysburg. Additionally, he killed a man in broad daylight. Let’s discuss Daniel Sickles, the Civil War’s rowdiest general Daniel Sickles Shot […]
The Strange Doctor That Tried To Resurrect George Washington Back From The Dead
The first President of the United States, George Washington, passed away on December 14, 1799. While the country was mourning, one doctor refused to accept and devised a plan to resurrect George Washington. So let’s examine how one physician attempted to bring George Washington back from the dead. The Day George Washington Died On December […]