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A Confederate statue graveyard could help bury the Old South

by Jordan Brasher and Derek H. Alderman

If the aim of statue removal is to build a more racially just South, then, as many analysts have pointed out, putting these monuments in storage is a lost opportunity. 

To Exist is to Resist: A New Book on Black Feminism in Europe

A breakthrough book on black feminism across Europe. 

Red Summer of 1919: How Black WWI Vets Fought Back Against Racist Mobs

When dozens of brutal race riots erupted across the U.S. in the wake of World War I and the Great Migration, black veterans stepped up to defend their communities against white violence.

Ebony’s Photo Archive Goes for $30 Million, for Future in Public View

The vast photo archive of Ebony and Jet magazines has been sold to a group of four major foundations with a promise that it will be available to the public.

Last Polish Inmate From 1940 Transport to Auschwitz Dies

The Germans caught Albin in 1940 as he fled occupied Poland to join Polish armed forces abroad.

The U.S.’s Toxic Agent Orange Legacy

Washington has admitted to the long-lasting effects of dioxin use in Vietnam, but has largely sidestepped the issue in neighboring Cambodia and Laos.

Violence in Congress Before the Civil War: From Canings and Stabbings to Murder

19th century congressman went to work carrying pistols and bowie knives—and sometimes used them on colleagues.

The Supreme Court decision that kept suburban schools segregated

by Jon Hale

The Milliken v. Bradley decision sanctioned a form of segregation that has allowed suburbs to escape being included in court-ordered desegregation and busing plans with nearby cities.

Is Capitalism or Communism Better for Women? How the Kitchen Debate Gave a New Meaning to the Cold War 'Home Front'

 In American and Soviet homes, the capitalism-communism divide was a topic of conversation at many a kitchen table — and, most famously, in one model kitchen.

Hundreds of black Americans were killed during 'Red Summer.' A century later, still ignored

It was branded "Red Summer" because of the bloodshed and amounted to some of the worst white-on-black violence in U.S. history.

Memes and Memory: How Anthony Johnson, a Captive African, Became a Right-wing Talking Point

by Tyler Parry

Memes are perfect for establishing “Myth-stories,” as they do not ask readers to evaluate the sources and are often shared prolifically.

Historic mansion on land George Washington once owned is set to be demolished

Some in Virginia bemoan losing Collingwood, a Potomac River landmark

Treating immigrants like criminals has a long history in the United States

by Melina Juárez Pérez

“Crimmigration” started well before the Trump administration.

Iran Confrontation With U.K. Reflects History of Bad Blood

The complicated history of Iranian relations with the United Kingdom.

‘Ready to explode’: How a black teen’s drifting raft triggered a deadly week of riots 100 years ago in Chicago

100 years ago riots broke out across Chicago. 

‘Send her back!’: Trump, Ilhan Omar and the complicated history of back to Africa

The complicated history of the back to Africa movement in connection with President Trump.

It’s not just Sarah Milov. Female academics aren’t credited in media ‘all the time.’

The story of female historians not getting recognition for their work. 

The Literary Battle of the Sexes, 1907-Style

Of the 28 most popular books published between 1895 and 1902, 25 were by men. By 1904, though, the situation had begun to improve — and 1907 was a record-breaking year for women’s book sales.

A Group of German Leaders Tried to Kill Hitler in 1944. Here’s Why They Failed

by Albinko Hasic

For a brief moment in history, Claus von Stauffenberg and his co-conspirators thought they had succeeded in turning the tide of World War II and potentially saving thousands of additional lives. 

75 Years After World War II Theft, a Painting Returns to Italy

75 years after a German soldier made off with it, the small “Vase of Flowers” by Jan van Huysum returned.