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Decades After He Disappeared, Jimmy Hoffa Still Intrigues

He's had a steady presence in films and literature

Revisiting the Thrilling, Life-Threatening Heyday of Steamboat Racing

There were unnerving sights for spectators and passengers alike

What's Going on With Phil Collins's Collection of Alamo Artifacts?

As rock star hobbies go, this is an especially interesting one

Redactions Remain in Declassified JFK Assassination Documents

A contentious moment in history remains contentious

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Black Jockeys Dominated the Kentucky Derby. Then They Were Forgotten.

How Woodford Reserve and horse race historians are honoring these riders

Can Tunnels Used by the Transcontinental Railroad Be Saved?

Exploring the history of the Donner Summit tunnels

Salem’s Last Witch to Be Pardoned, Thanks to Some Teenagers

Elizabeth Johnson stands to have her conviction overturned more than 300 years after the Salem witch trials

Was Alexander Hamilton Actually Raised Jewish?

One historian's findings show there's always more to learn about Alexander Hamilton