William Harvey Carney, born in slavery, was the hero of the Battle of Battery Wagner, fought in South Carolina in 1863.

More than 100 years after his death, Robert Smalls — a Civil War hero, educator and South Carolina politician — will be ...

In 1898, in the landmark case of U.S. v Wong Kim Ark, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the birthright citizenship guarantee, ...

Ad Policy Donald Trump speaks at his victory rally on January 19, 2025, in Washington, DC, one day before being sworn back into office as president. (Scott Olson / ) D ...

United States President Donald Trump has drawn mockery after he complimented the president of Liberia for speaking English ...

For Christian de Rezendes, the documentary has been a labor of love, one he didn't expect to grow so big and take so long.

Charleston, South Carolina blends hands-on history, engaging museums, and beachside fun to surprise even the most reluctant ...

Inductees Harriette Gillem Robinet, Timuel Black and Oscar Brown Jr. are not only celebrated writers but civil rights activists who promoted a message of perseverance.

Written by Dan Rivera, this in-depth article chronicles the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen-the pioneering Black aviators of WWII-highlighting their historic combat achievements, fight against ...

Over the past week, the West African nation of Liberia was widely reported in the news around the globe, while social media literally exploded – especially in Africa – when United States President ...

The United States has had a long history as a two-party electoral system. But many, if not most, Americans are unhappy with what looks like a tired and worn-out party ...