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The tragic events of 29 December 1890 are not a scar on American history, but, as the name of the small creek in South Dakota suggests, a gaping wound. Julian Humphrys explores why

Photo of Fort McKinney parade ground, circa 1884 courtesy of Johnson County Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum In the movie, “Geronimo, An American Legend, one of the soldiers who was instrumental in getting Geronimo to agree

The End of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico U.S. representatives have introduced two bills that would finally end Puerto Rico’s subordinate Commonwealth status. But continued colonial rule may be the only option Congress seriously considers. (Lorie Shaull / Flickr) The House Committee on Natural Resources held hearings on April 14, 2021, on two bills that propose to end Puerto Rico’s status as an unincorporated territory of the United States: H.R. 152...

Ironically this deadly weapon that would kill so many was invented by a doctor. Key point: ​Mr. Gatling loved to create things and he invented the gun that bears his name. That weapon would go on to be used in many conflicts and modern versions are still used today. Richard Gatling was born in Hertford County, NC, on December 12, 1818. His father was a prosperous farmer and inventor, and the son was destined to inherit the “invention bug.” After three of his sisters died at a young age f...