There are countless figures who were pivotal in historical events but sadly forgotten by history. Today, we correct that for one hero of the American Revolution: Gen. John Glover.

In today's Throwback Thursday episode, we embark on a voyage of debunking three persistent myths of the high seas from the Age of Sail.

We tend to take the quotes we read from historical figures for granted, but we really shouldn't. In today's episode we look at just a few of the countless misquotes, misattributed quotes, and outright false quotes we have accepted as true for centuries.

In today's episode, we look at a recent spate of trigger warnings and outright rewriting of classic literature that are the very epitome of revisionist history.

In today's episode, we review a book about a pivotal yet nearly forgotten period in American history.

St. Francis of Assisi is both one of the most beloved saints ever and an important historical figure as well. In today's episode, we'll look at some facts about his life and also debunk some myths that have grown up over the centuries.

The Spanish-American War is one of the shortest and least remembered wars in American history. Even in this brief conflict, however, myths and misconceptions have arisen. Let's address some of them.

In today's episode, we're looking again at historical movies, this time the ever-popular war movie. Not all of these are completely historically accurate (some aren't at all) but they are ten of my favorites that can teach us about history while being great entertainment as well.

In today's episode, we're going to the movies, to a uniquely American genre that has fallen out of favor in recent years. That needs to be corrected, because the Western can teach us a lot about history, while being great entertainment as well.

In today's episode, we look at the role Africa and its people played in the First World War. Contrary to popular belief, they were not spared the horrors of the Great War.