America - still a young country by world standards - began as an experiment in self-government. This collection includes stories of America's people as they follow a path of "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."
After hearing Lizzie Borden's bizarre testimony, the magistrate reaches a conclusion that Lizzie must stand trial for the murder of her father and ste...
Even though Lizzie Bordens family was fairly well-to-do, Andrews younger daughter was a known shoplifter.
An inquest begins to examine evidence in the double-murder case.
As Lizzie Borden awaits trial in prison, a press reporter publishes a flattering story about her.
"I am innocent. I leave it to my counsel to speak for me.
Abraham Lincoln's son William died on February 20th, 1862 of typhus.
Russell Phillips - whom his crew mates called "Phil" - was still alive when this story about Louie's life was produced.
Louis Zamperini is a humble man.
At Kwajalein Island, Zamperini and Phillips were subjected to experimental medical procedures.
Lt. Col. Joshua Chamberlain, from Maine, was an officer in the Union army during the Civil War.
This video clip combines rare historic film footage and vintage photos, together with reenactments and dramatizations, to tell the story of a gangster...
Rising in power, Charlie Luciano was not afraid to change his allegiance between various "bosses.
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