The Presidential Election of 1860 proved the most divisive in U.S. history, with the election of Abraham Lincoln triggering the secession of Southern states. But how did it play out at the polls?

What's up with the Interstate Highway System? Mr. Beat explains how it works, why we have it, and how it came to be what it is today.

Geography of the Northeast United States evaluates the characteristics of the Northeast region of the United States by exploring geographical information such as landforms, water forms, and landmarks.

Significant Individuals of the Middle Colonies identifies significant individuals responsible for the development of the Middle colonies.

Elyn Saks, Professor of Law, Psychology, and Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at USC, details some of the differences in mental health attitudes and policies between England and the US.

Weird History Food is discussing the Big Mac. Everyone's favorite burger at McDonald's, the Big Mac is probably the most iconic-looking sandwich out there. We're going to take a look back at Mac's early origins, its surprising tie-in to...

"The Gettysburg Address" depicts President Lincoln's address after the Battle of Gettysburg.

An overview of James Madison's classical writing on checks and balances, Federalist #47.

An overview of one of the most horrific massacres in colonial history as settlers of SE Pennsylvania go on a rampage. Watch as Benjamin Franklin saves the day but not before violence takes it course. A sneak peek into some of the anger...

Part 1 of a 20 minute lecture which explains the root causes of 9/11.

Inspired by Simon Clark's call for his subscribers to post "How I Became a Researcher" videos, I'm posting a short biographical sketch of my journey from a history Bachelors student to a religious studies PhD candidate. Hope you enjoy!

The 15th Presidential election in American history took place from Friday, November 1, to Wednesday, December 4, 1844. This was the last presidential election to be held on different days in different states. All future presidential...

The oldest hat maker in the U.S., Bollman Hat Company, is featured as the next hero in NIST MEP’s Heroes of American Manufacturing series. In operation since 1868, Bollman has a remarkable American-made legacy. This employee-owned...

The 12th episode in a very long series about the American presidential elections from 1788 to the present. I hope to have them done by Election Day 2016. In 1832, the country's first prominent third party gives it a go, and then a fourth...

A summary lecture of the electoral battle between Dewitt Clinton and James Madison.

The fastest explanation of the Whiskey Rebellion this side of Western Pennsylvania.

Nilgün Anadolu-Okur is an associate professor at Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts, and the director of African American Studies undergraduate program. Her publications include Dismantling Slavery: Frederick Douglass, William...

Michael is the head teacher of Wallenpaupack South Elementary School in Newfoundland, Pennsylvania and recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.



Having looked at neuroscience research,...

A couple of months ago, the Trump administration's Department of Health and Human Services created an exemption to the Affordable Care Act's requirement that employers cover birth control for their employees. Last week, a US District...

Whiskey fanned the flames of a Pennsylvanian tax uprising that lasted for three years!

It's finally election day! So with results about to begin trickling in just a few hours from now, we thought we'd run through the states you need to watch. So in this video, we tell you what to expect from election night, debunk some...

Following the election, and even a bit before it, there's been a lot of talk about voter fraud. One of the top accusations though is that dead people have been voting in the election. In this video we take a look at the idea of dead...

This program explores various fishing opportunities where kids can catch their first fish both in the inner cities of Pennsylvania and in the remote National forests of Michigan. You will find out how kids can create a clear path to...

We’re hanging out with our founding fathers on this episode of Travel Thru History as we visit the very place where revolutionaries, decried “Liberty will reign in America!” Today Philadelphia is a booming city that is as alive with new...