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More than 50 years after Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech, activists gathered at the Lincoln Memorial for the 2020 March on Washington.
John Wilkes Booth's fate after assassinating Abraham Lincoln is questioned in this episode.
Zak Bagans and his team investigate the haunted Tuolumne hospital, Phelps Dodge hospital, and Old Lincoln County hospital, documenting evidence of paranormal activity.
Lincoln declared that a house divided shall not stand, marking a turning point in his fight against slavery during his political career.
June 19th marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally learned of their freedom, a moment now celebrated as Juneteenth.
On April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth shot President Abraham Lincoln in the back of the head during a performance at Ford's Theatre in Washington D.C.
Seven nights ago, a team of modern moonshiners confirmed that Abraham Lincoln sold alcohol in his younger days, revealing a hidden chapter of his life.
Over the course of his life, General Tom Thumb performed for more than 50 million people, becoming a global sensation in 19th century entertainment.
Abraham Lincoln's assassination and its aftermath highlight the nation's profound loss, turbulent personal life, and enduring legacy of justice and peace.
General Tom Thumb, born Charles Stratton, stood at just 25 inches tall and performed for over 50 million people during his career in the 19th century.
Curtis Dowling authenticates a rare Queen Elizabeth portrait and Lincoln's table in this documentary.
Lincoln Cannon, a member of the transhumanist movement, advocates for making death optional through the ethical use of technology.
19 years is the length of Françoise Mouly's tenure as art editor at The New Yorker, where she discusses the cover selection process with Barry Blitt.
Jon Nelson faces a lawsuit from Warner Music over the use of 'Happy Birthday,' prompting an exploration of the song's origins and its cultural significance.
Juggalos march in D.C. on Saturday to protest the FBI's gang designation of their community.
Abraham Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War is examined through his rise from poverty in Kentucky to becoming the 16th president of the United States.
Nebraska's agricultural output and Willa Cather's legacy shape the Great Plains' history.
Abraham Lincoln took blue mass, a mercury-laden treatment for his depression during his presidency.
The video questions how many people know the price of milk and its historical implications.
Thanksgiving becomes a national holiday in America after Abraham Lincoln's 1860s declaration.
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks black Americans' fight for freedom and equality.
Mary Todd Lincoln's seamstress, Elizabeth Keckley, made a silk gown with sixty bows for the first lady, reflecting their close relationship during the Civil War.
President Lincoln realizes the North needs railroads after the South's Bull Run victory.
Elected leaders can challenge the Supreme Court's rulings through various actions.
Thaddeus Lowe collaborates with President Lincoln to use balloons for military spying.
Ten years before the Emancipation Proclamation, Frederick Douglass worked tirelessly to influence Abraham Lincoln's views on slavery and freedom.
A 17-minute film features artist Maira Kalman curating an exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt Museum centered on Abraham Lincoln's pocket watch.
The Jones family raises buffalo on their ranch, restoring biodiversity and creating boots from hides.
Christian Fleetwood earns the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the American Civil War.
Abraham Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War culminates in the enactment of the 13th Amendment, permanently abolishing slavery in the United States.
Abraham Lincoln confronts fierce opposition and national division as he travels to Washington, DC, following the secession of southern states from the Union.
Abraham Lincoln's assassination at Ford's Theater in 1865 marked a pivotal moment in American history, profoundly affecting the nation's post-Civil War landscape.
Lincoln faced Stephen A. Douglas in a series of seven debates in 1858, where he articulated his opposition to slavery and defined his political identity.
Nearly 250,000 people gathered on the National Mall in August 1963 for the March on Washington, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his 'I Have a Dream' speech.
The First Battle of Bull Run represents the first significant clash between Union and Confederate forces, highlighting President Abraham Lincoln's challenges in leading during the American Civil War.
President Abraham Lincoln is critically wounded and dies during his assassination in 1865.
This episode covers the presidencies from Taylor to Lincoln during the Civil War era.
This episode covers the presidency from Taylor to Lincoln during the Civil War era.
America rebuilds after the Civil War during Reconstruction from Andrew Johnson to Chester A. Arthur.
America's Age of Reconstruction, from 1865 to 1885, highlights the challenges faced by Presidents Andrew Johnson and Chester A. Arthur in rebuilding a fractured nation.
John Wilkes Booth targeted President Lincoln, Vice President Andrew Johnson, Secretary of State William Seward, and General Ulysses Grant for assassination.
Conan O'Brien reflects on the 2016 election, noting that half the country feels happy while the other half is despondent or furious.
Conan visits the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum in Springfield, Illinois, sharing his Lincoln obsession.
Donald Trump butt-dials Conan, discussing Iowa caucuses and absurd political plans.
Conan responds to a fan's correction about the Emancipation Proclamation in Chicago.
John Oliver humorously discusses presidential clemency and promotes his book on history lies.
