Across more than two centuries, U.S. presidents have repeatedly turned to naval blockades as adaptable tools of coercion, ...

The White House has housed some of the most powerful leaders in world history, but it’s also been home to an astonishing variety of animals. From the expected dogs and cats to alligators and bear cubs ...

During his one term in office (1977 to 1981), the 39th president encountered enormous challenges, such as a gas shortage and the American hostage crisis in Iran. When he sought re-election, Carter ...

From cautious early encounters to routine diplomatic engagement, contacts between American presidents and popes chart the nation’s evolving relationship with the Catholic Church.

From haute cuisine to humble home cooking, American presidents — like their fellow citizens — have embraced a wide range of foods and culinary traditions. Their tastes were shaped by childhood ...

WELL, PRESIDENTS DAY IS MONDAY. AND JOINING US WITH SOME COMMANDER IN CHIEF TRIVIA IS CELEBRITY HISTORIAN RAFI ANDONIAN. I ALWAYS SAY MY FAVORITE HISTORY TEACHER. THAT’S RIGHT. I APPRECIATE ...

As President’s Day approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to delve into the rich history of American presidents with ties to Upstate New York. Several presidents were born, lived, or are buried here ...

GOLDEN POND, Ky. (WSIL) — History and nature will collide this President’s Day as the Woodlands Nature Station hosts a unique guided tour exploring the presidential ties to the Land Between the Lakes ...

Robert Parsons, Rick Foucheux and Sarah Zimmerman in “The Rivalry.” Photo by T.Charles-Erickson. It was a classic case of the lanky, brainy, agitating underdog versus the stouter, more experienced, ...