Articles on History

The History of Las Vegas – Who Founded It in 1829?

The History of Las Vegas – Who Founded It in 1829?

When you think of Las Vegas, you likely picture a neon-lit metropolis filled with skyscrapers, striking architecture, streets […]

History of the USA – Origins of 55 American City Names

History of the USA – Origins of 55 American City Names

Before 1847, San Francisco was known as Yerba Buena, and prior to 1781, Los Angeles bore the lengthy […]

Infographic: How Do US Presidential Elections Work?

Infographic: How Do US Presidential Elections Work?

American presidential elections are lengthy. The entire process takes almost two years, and especially toward the end, it […]

Prohibition in the US – How Long Did It Last in the 1920s?

Prohibition in the US – How Long Did It Last in the 1920s?

Prohibition in the United States began on January 17, 1920, prompted by a social movement that believed alcohol […]

Flag of the USA – Best Facts About the 13 Stripes and 50 Stars

Flag of the USA – Best Facts About the 13 Stripes and 50 Stars

The USA flag has not always consisted of 13 alternating red and white stripes and 50 white stars […]

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