December 1,1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for deliberately refusing to resign her seat on a public bus. 58 years later, in 2013, a statue was raised in the National Statuary Hall in honor of Rosa Parks…
President of the United States
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, America's 35th President, achieved numerous things in his term of presidency. Even for his young age and early death, he shaped America and changed it forever. During his pres…
In the words of Thomas Jefferson, an effective government should 'restrain men from injuring one another, [but the government] shall leave [the people] otherwise free to regulate their own pursuits of…
Eisenhower was a president who was focused on the economy's growth. He was also concerned about promoting equality for all Americans. Eisenhower attempted to deal with the aftermath of the Cold War by…
Have you ever questioned why Abraham Lincoln's nickname was "Honest Abe"? Lincoln earned this reliable reputation through his straightforwardness, trustworthy charm, and influential language. Honest …
After the assassination of President William McKinley in 1901, Theodore Roosevelt stepped into power as the 26th and youngest president. Despite his youth Theodore Roosevelt ran the nation with power …
Andrew Jackson was a celebrity back in the 1800s. He was known for his heroic acts and leadership while being a general and the President of the United States. However, even if he's done all these inc…
Niccolo Machiavelli was an Italian diplomat who lived in Florence. He wrote the book The Prince, a handbook for future politicians. He lived during the Renaissance and exemplified what is known as "pr…
Many historians have attempted to define Jacksonian Democracy but with little success. Most seem to agree on a few points though. Andrew Jackson was "for the people", loyal to friends, family, and sup…
As time flies by, people live and die, and soon be completely forgotten in less than a few generations. Leaving a lasting impression and being remembered by future generations, impacting them long aft…