Famous Historical Topics & Events Chapters

What are some of history's key stories and events which remain famous to this day? Check-out some of those topics.

Bodyguards are not protecting President Lincoln when John Wilkes Booth shoots him.

The Whitechapel area of London, where the crimes take place, is made famous by Jack the Ripper.

South Carolina History Standard 8-5.3 Successes and Failures of Reconstruction in South Carolina

The Dyers meet George Fox, the Quaker leader in England and join his group.

Computer-generated versions of the scrolls are available to a wide range of scholars.

Because no one is sure what has happened to the Tsar's children, people begin to wonder whether some of the family members still survive.

When the King of France dies, his son wants the throne as do regents on behalf of the young English king.

Edward I recommends that John Ballilol becomes king of Scotland because he hopes to divide the country in order to take over.

Many South Vietnamese people do not support the war and want peace.

One of the most popular actresses during the time of the Third Reich, Bridget von Hammersmark is also a spy.

In 443, Ruga's savage nephew, Attila, becomes king of the Huns.

Joan is an illiterate peasant girl who makes a lasting influence on France and the world. She believes the Saints listen to her prayers and speak to h...

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