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The tragic story of the westward-bound Donner Party, also tainted by cannibalism, is a grim chapter in American history. Here is a list of those who died.

For survivors of the tragic1846 westward-bound Donner Party, the cannibalism that made it possible for some to live remains an unfortunate legacy.

The Donner brothers' California-bound wagon train became snow-bound and members faced starvation. Survivors were tainted by having resorted to cannibalism to stay alive.

Enjoy the great outdoors, the arts, history, and family fun in Reno and Lake Tahoe. These are the best things to enjoy during a trip to the Truckee Meadows.

Facebook rolls out the latest version of the Oregon Trail game, complete with many of the original options and added features. Become a Wagon Leader at Facebook today!

What if poetry books were illustrated in the same way as altered books? Would we read differently? Are words strengthened or weakened by the introduction of image?

Before the age of the novel, much of history and literature was written in narrative verse. With the resurgence of book-length poems, we return to our Homeric roots.

Websites are advertising alternative Santa vehicles such as trains, motorcycles, golf carts and stockcars with elf pit crews. They may be putting reindeer out to pasture.

From 1846 to 1869, around 70,000 Mormons followed the Mormon Pioneer Trail from Nauvoo, Illinois to Salt Lake City, Utah, a difficult and dangerous journey.

Nevada County is one that is steeped in both California history and horses.

The Wendigo was part of the folklore of various AmerIndian tribes, especially the Algonquians. Both natives and settlers claim to have seen this being.