The Pequot War was a conflict between the Pequot tribe and English colonists in 1637. It resulted in the near destruction of the Pequot tribe and solidified English control over the region.

A brief overview of the origins and development of baseball, including its roots in early bat-and-ball games, the formation of the first professional leagues, and the sport’s enduring popularity in American culture.

Milk sickness is a rare illness caused by consuming milk or meat from cows that have ingested white snakeroot plants. Symptoms include vomiting, tremors, and severe weakness. It can be fatal if not treated promptly.

The Mystic Massacre was a violent attack on the Pequot tribe by English colonists in 1637. It resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Native Americans and marked a turning point in the colonization of New England.

The Great Fire of New York City was a devastating fire that occurred in 1835, destroying a large portion of the city and leading to significant changes in fire safety regulations and infrastructure.

The great indigenous dying was the early period of exposure to foreign diseases among Native American tribes, decimating the native populations.

Eugene Debs was a prominent American socialist and labor leader who ran for president five times as the candidate of the Socialist Party of America. He was a vocal advocate for workers’ rights and was imprisoned for his opposition to World War I.