The relationship between the Native American nations and the United States government was marked by centuries of conflict, broken treaties, and forced relocations. Yet, amidst this troubled history, a significant milestone was achieved on June 2, 1924, when U.S. President Calvin Coolidge signed the Indian Citizenship Act into law. The…

In the late 18th century, Kentucky was an integral part of the western frontier, a part of the expansive Virginia Colony. In 1776, the colony of Virginia declared its independence, taking with it what is now known as Kentucky. However, as the population of the region increased, so did the…

The United States, in its infancy as a nation, demonstrated an early commitment to intellectual property rights with the enactment of the Copyright Act of 1790. Passed by the 1st United States Congress and signed into law by President George Washington on May 31, 1790, this marked a defining moment…

The Brooklyn Bridge, a marvel of 19th-century engineering, connects Manhattan and Brooklyn over the East River. Its grandeur, however, was marred by a tragic event less than a week after it officially opened on May 24, 1883. On May 30, 1883, a panic-induced stampede resulted in the deaths of twelve…

Memorial Day, observed in the United States on the last Monday of May, commemorates and honors the men and women who have died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The origins of Memorial Day can be traced back to the aftermath of the American Civil War. In the spring…