How Horses Conquered America (Twice)

How Horses Conquered America (Twice)

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Besides language, religion and social customs, one of the most important things that North America inherited from Britain in its early years was its legal system, including the death penalty.But how did capital punishment evolve after the American Revolution? How has the nation g ...  Show more

Crossing the Delaware: George Washington’s Greatest Victory

We've all seen the famous painting of General George Washington leading his men across the icy waters of the Delaware River. But what happened next? Today, we're exploring the Battle of Trenton, where Washington struck a devastating blow against the British and their Hessian alli ...  Show more

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