Book: Taking Charge: The Johnson White House Tapes, 1963-1964

Selma tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr. and one of the greatest non-violent protests in U.S. history. Ava DuVernay directs this historical drama that captured hearts and minds but also made us ask some questions about historical...

This video examines President Andrew Johnson's controversial role during the Reconstruction Era. After Lincoln's death, Johnson's policies, including overturning the "40 acres" order and vetoing civil rights legislation, shaped the...

This video covers the historic third march from Selma to Montgomery on March 21, 1965, led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With protection from the National Guard, over 3,000 marchers set out on a 54-mile journey that grew to 25,000...

This video explores Martin Luther King Jr.'s actions following the violence of Bloody Sunday. Determined to continue the fight for voting rights, Dr. King led a symbolic march, worked closely with President Johnson, and helped secure a...

This video covers Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final years, focusing on his role in the Selma marches and his advocacy for the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It also highlights his assassination, the national recognition of his work with the...

This video captures John Lewis's role as a key figure in the civil rights movement, detailing his leadership in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and participation in the historic March on Washington. It also covers the...

John Uri reflects on the history of the Johnson Space Center after its 60th anniversary. HWHAP Episode 223.

American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video looks at the Civil Rights...

In this video, we learn about the early life of John Lewis, his journey as a civil rights activist, and his career as an elected official.

This video explores the history of the civil rights protests in Selma, Alabama in 1965, focusing on the efforts of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the march from Selma to Montgomery. It highlights the obstacles African-Americans faced in...

An animated video outlining the basic narrative of the Vietnam War, going from colonial French Indochina, through its war against the United States and beyond, and how this conflict slotted into the events of the Cold War.

This video provides an overview of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It highlights his early life, his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, his famous speeches and protests, and the impact he had on the United...

Filmmaker Oliver Stone recently testified before Congress about JFK’s assassination, calling for a new investigation after the release of over 2,000 declassified documents. However, the hearing took an unexpected twist when Rep. Lauren...

In 1968, the DNC turned violent because of protests over the Vietnam War. This week, protests are expected near the convention over the war in Gaza. (Scripps News)

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25,000 peace marchers hear Norman Thomas urge negotiations in Vietnam, white supremacist hecklers from Pagans biker gang in attendance.

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A small plane carrying John F. Kennedy, Jr., son of the slain President, to a wedding in Hyannisport, Massachusetts, was...

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President Kennedy Assassinated

In the midst of a cheering crowd as he rides through downtown Dallas, President John F. Kennedy falls before an assassin's bullets fired form a warehouse along the route of the motorcade. Lyndon B....

The Democratic Presidential candidate, George McGovern, announces that he will nominate Sargent Shriver as his running mate.

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Shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald newsclip, 24 November
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15:47:15 shots of Lee Harvey Oswald being led in custody, & shot by Jack Ruby. Also shots of rifle he used, a 6.5 x 52...