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The Great Recession of 1837 During the Van Buren Presidency
The Panic of 1837 or recession of 1837 resulted from credit over-extension and speculation, causing bank failures that led to severe economic hardships.
The...
Earthquake in the Year 1811
If they didn’t hurry away from New Madrid, Missouri the ground was going to eat them alive! This was how people felt after the...
Edward the Martyr
The troublesome genealogy that was prevalent throughout ancient history rose its ugly head again in 975, when King Eadgar died and left his son,...
Rise of the Republican Party in the 1850s Brings Victory in 1860
Political realignments began after the Whigs lost the 1852 presidential election and Stephen Douglas crafted the unpopular Kansas-Nebraska Act.
At the end of President Andrew...