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Veterans of U.S. Wars and Their Dependents

Veterans' benefits have existed since the birth of our nation. As of September 2011, over three million veterans, their dependents, and survivors of deceased veterans are receiving VA benefits and…

American Wars

Military Conflicts in U.S. History World War I Primer Gettysburg Primer…

African Americans in the Military

The Fight for Recognition of African-American soldiers by Elissa Haney   In World War II, Black soldiers were sent to N. Africa to join the Allied Forces. Related Links Black…

How Do Currency Exchanges Work?

How Do I Exchange Currencies? If you ever travel overseas you will want to exchange some of your money for foreign currency. Or be ready to pay for a bill that is listed in something other than US…

The Day of the Dead

Welcome to the Day of the Dead quiz! This Mexican holiday is a rich tapestry woven from indigenous and Spanish Catholic customs, celebrating life and honoring the deceased. Test your knowledge about…

History of Slavery in America

What to the Slave is the 4th of July? As immortalized in the above Frederick Douglass quote, the United State has contended with the moral and economic problems of slavery from the beginning.…

January 2018 Current Events: World News

Top of Page Disaster News | Science & Technology News | US News The world is a very busy place, and it's hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the world…

U.S. History: A New Nation

The early 19th century was a pivotal period for the United States, marked by war and conflict, but also by innovation and progress. From the Louisiana Purchase to the Mexican-American War, from the…

Pedro Lascurain

Pedro Lascurain was a cabinet member during the administration of Mexican president Francisco Madero when Madero was overthrown by General Victoriano Huerta on 18 February 1913. Lascurain assumed…