The Confirmation of Louis D. Brandeis
Louis D. Brandeis was confirmed as a Supreme Court justice a century ago. The protracted nomination process may sound familiar.
Walt Whitman the… Politician?
Before Walt Whitman was a famous poet, he was a scandalous poet, but before even all that he was in the thick of local and national politics.
When Do We Grow Up? After Graduation?
The age when we grow up and begin our adult lives has changed over the years.
English Sweating Sickness: The Epidemic You Forgot to Be Terrified Of
The 15th and 16th epidemics of English sweating sIckness still fascinate historians and epidemiologists.
Brexit What? On the Foundations of the European Union
The foundations of the European Union, which the UK is deciding to remain in or leave, are in coal and steel.
The Invention of Retirement
Retirement as a mass phenomenon didn’t start as a way for older people to enjoy themselves.
Tibet and China 65 Years Later
Tibet was annexed by the Chinese 65 years ago. The struggle for Tibetan independence has continued ever since.
Race Has Always Affected the Vote
While racism in the United States is often attributed to poor whites, research suggests its political power resides in middle and wealthy suburban whites.
Outlander and Historic Memory
Are you an Outlander superfan? Find out about how the collective memory of the Battle of Culloden and its historic site have changed over time.
Alexander The Great… Globalist?
Globalization is the watchword of our time, but maybe Alexander The Great was the first global citizen.