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As part of the series ‘When Character Counted,’ we learn President Reagan stood firm during his first crisis in office—a testament to his strength of character.

In ‘This Week in History,’ Congress finally authorized an appropriation bill to purchase a collection of books and establish the Library of Congress.

The passionate singer-songwriter remains committed to her traditional country roots.

Paul Revere’s famous ride, followed by the ’shot heard round the world,' signaled the start of the American Revolution.

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we share glimpses of one of the most impressive ‘Gilded Age’ hotels in America.

The prestigious medal recognizes the valor ordinary men are capable of.

In this installment of ‘History off the Beaten Path, we visit Fort Jefferson, where three were imprisoned as conspirators in the plot to assassinate Lincoln.

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a talented, fearless journalist, who entered Berlin before Americans were allowed in.

The Sears catalog’s wide reach and affordable guitars made music accessible to everyone.

In ‘This Week in History,’ the grandson of Founding Father John Jay envisions a prominent American art museum, a vision that quickly became a reality.