Often remembered as a draw, the War of 1812’s outcome depends on perspective. For the United States, surviving the conflict against the British Empire—then the world’s dominant naval power—was seen as ...

Pregont, the daughter of noted local historian Basil Crapster. This book was owned by Capt. John Galt and was in Barbara’s ...

Genealogists researching ancestors from the War of 1812 or Mexican War can find valuable records in enlistment files, bounty ...

The Ohio River Valley was more than a border. It was a battleground of ideas, identities and ambitions. Join ...

Britain’s Royal Mail has issued stamps celebrating Monty Python's comedy. The 10-stamp series, announced Thursday, highlights ...

The not-for-profit society came together over the designated heritage property of the Historic Melville White Church.

In 1904, the Daughters of the American Revolution commemorated the peace council between General William Henry Harrison and ...

John Sharp was born Nov. 11, 1762, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania to John Sharp, Sr. and Ann Boyd Sharp. As John grew ...

BARRY, Ill. — A Saturday ceremony will honor a War of 1812 soldier with ties to Pike County.

Castle Clinton National Monument is located in Lower Manhattan in New York City. The site has an incredible history and ...

There’s little emotional depth in Dave Malloy’s sprawling retelling of Tolstoy’s “War and Peace.” But the leads in this Canadian company shine.