Where Did Shark Week Come From?
During Shark Week, millions of viewers tune into the week-long Discovery Channel event to learn about one of the most mysterious creatures known to man.... Read More
Who Was Teflon Don?
John Gotti likely laughed about the nickname “Teflon Don,” much the same way he laughed off the fact that authorities seemed unable to convict and... Read More
When Did The First Roller Coaster Open In The United States?
The thrill of a roller coaster ride often excites old and young alike at amusement parks and fairs around the world. Some people travel to... Read More
A Look At Alex Haley’s Roots And The Remake
When Levar Burton starred in the ABC miniseries Roots in 1977, few people likely realized the impact that Roots would have. Millions of people watched... Read More
John Adams: First President To Live In Washington, DC
John Adams served two terms as Vice President under George Washington, eventually winning the presidency. Why did President John Adams serve in Washington D.C. instead... Read More
Facts About Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton recently came back to life again in the hit Broadway production “Hamilton.” With a record-breaking 16 Tony Award nominations, the production brings interest... Read More
Why Do We Celebrate Memorial Day?
Do you think of Memorial Day as a day for BBQ, hot dogs, ice cream and the first day to wear white shoes? Then you... Read More
The Shooting Of Pope John II
Pope John Paul II, elected to succeed Pope John Paul I, assumed the position of Pope on Monday, October 16, 1978. He nearly lost his... Read More
Mother’s Day Origins And History
Mother’s Day is not a modern-day celebration. However, the American version of Mother’s Day has its origins in the early 20th century. Discover the origins... Read More
8 Facts About Queen Elizabeth II
Born at 17 Bruton St in 1926 in London to the Duke and Duchess of York, the parents of Elizabeth II later became King George... Read More