You have probably been curious about western history for quite some time, but you still have no idea what it’s all about. You might have heard about the great leaders of the west and even admired them, but you might not know what they actually looked like. To learn more about the history of the west, you can read this article. You’ll be able to answer a few of your burning questions about the past. You’ll be glad you did.
The American narrative has largely attributed its success to the wisdom of the Founding Fathers, the virtues of the ancestors, and liberal democratic capitalism. It often glosses over the many injustices of slavery, and the cruelty that was perpetrated against the native population and African slaves imported into the United States. While these factors are…
What do you know about America’s 400-year history? Is it really so complicated? Do you know all the people and events that shaped this nation? Learn about how these great and varied countries came to be, and how they shaped us. This article will help you make sense of the facts that will shape your…
The idea of Western Civilization is often a loaded one, pitting it against other parts of the world that are depicted as backward, corrupt, and stagnant. Historians use the term to describe a set of ideas, beliefs, and values that have been most heavily developed in countries such as France, Spain, and Portugal. This timeline…
The Great Western Trail was the first transcontinental road in the United States. It was constructed in 1849 and served as a transportation system for horses and cattle from the central and eastern states to markets in the northern and eastern states. In the early years of the United States, this was used to move…
Western Union has been a global leader in money transfers and the company’s reputation for expediency means that if you need to send funds quickly and reliably, you likely turn to them.1 If you’ve ever had to send cash to a loved one abroad, or to pay your cable or internet bill, or buy a…
The Western Trail is a historic trail, which follows its entire length along the banks of the Little Colorado River. It starts in Fort Collins in Colorado and runs east until it reaches the Mexican border. It is a beautiful route for hiking and offers some of the best wildlife viewing you will ever have….