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February 21, 2025
The Klondike Gold Rush In Depth
The Klondike Gold Rush, occurring between 1896 and 1899 in northwestern Canada, attracted thousands seeking fortune after gold was discovered in Bonanza Creek. Pioneers faced harsh conditions, treacherous travel, and a competitive atmosphere. While some struck it rich, many others faced hardship and disappointment, ultimately leading to the establishment of towns like Dawson City amidst the gold frenzy.
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June 2, 2023
The Napoleonic Code
The Napoleonic Code, implemented in 1804, was a civil law system that codified legal principles, influenced legal systems worldwide, and emphasized equality and property rights.
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June 1, 2023
Fugitive Slave Act of 1793
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1793 allowed slave owners to capture and reclaim escaped slaves, reinforcing the institution of slavery in the United States.
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May 31, 2023
King George III
King George III: British monarch from 1760-1820. Ruled during American Revolution, suffered from mental illness, lost colonies, and sparked constitutional changes.
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May 30, 2023
Shootout at O.K. Corral
Infamous 1881 shootout at O.K. Corral: Legendary Wild West clash between lawmen and outlaws in Tombstone, Arizona. Gunslinger showdown with lasting historical impact.
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May 29, 2023
The Day We Lost Charlie
On December 22nd, 1962, Chief Warrant Officer Charles Holloway was shot and killed in Vietnam, an early casualty in the war and a wake up call that war was coming.
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May 26, 2023
The Military Traditions of Taps
Taps is a military tradition that originated during the American Civil War and is played at military funerals and ceremonies to honor fallen soldiers.
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May 25, 2023
The Pullman Strike of 1894
The Pullman Strike of 1894 was a nationwide railroad strike led by Eugene V. Debs and the American Railway Union, protesting wage cuts and poor working conditions for Pullman Palace Car Company employees. The strike was eventually broken up by federal troops, leading to the imprisonment of Debs and the decline of the ARU.
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