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Edward I, known as Longshanks, was born on June 17, 1239, and became one of the most controversial kings in English history.
Leech collectors risk their health by wading into marshes, allowing bloodsucking leeches to cling to their legs for medical use.
A king could be overthrown at any moment by another baron through armed conflict during the tumultuous reign of King John from 1199 to 1216.
An arming squire worked as a combination of a valet and a washerwoman, often spending hours cleaning armor covered in blood and filth after battles.
King John of England, who reigned from 1199 to 1216, was known as "Lackland" due to his lack of inherited territory.
A panel discussion features actress Gretchen Mol, who played Gillian Darmody, alongside other key contributors to the HBO series set in Prohibition-era Atlantic City.
Ronald Reagan negotiated with Mikhail Gorbachev for 36 hours in Reykjavik in 1986, aiming to eliminate nuclear weapons between superpowers.
David M. Rubenstein hosts discussions with historians about significant figures in American history, stemming from a series launched in 2013 at the Library of Congress.
Fifty-five minutes of conversation features author David Rubenstein discussing democracy with historians, diplomats, and cultural icons at the National Archives.
The David M. Rubenstein Records of Rights Gallery has welcomed nearly 8 million visitors since its opening, focusing on the struggle for individual rights in America.
Akhil Reed Amar discusses the influence of geography and federalism on American constitutional law during a program at the National Archives.
