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In 1896, William McKinley became the Republican candidate for the Presidency. He was hailed as "the advance agent of prosperity."

William McKinley, the Ohioan who would later become President, began his life in politics early, and lived much of his life in service to his country.

The assassination of President William McKinley turned many Americans against immigrants and radicals, and led to enhanced presidential security.

Before his assassination in 1901, William McKinley found a good deal of success in the office of the President, being the first incumbent since Ulysses S. Grant to win re

Never in American history has a home been so closely connected to the success of a presidential campaign.

On the day of President William McKinley's funeral, friends and colleagues began planning a fitting memorial to the fallen leader.

William Jennings Bryan's "Cross of Gold" speech did little to sway American voters that supported the gold standard and higher tariffs as a means to greater prosperity.

Learn how to model, texture, rig and animate game art in Autodesk Maya with Michael McKinley's excellent guide to 3D modeling.

Kids and adults who want to explore dinosaurs, animals, weather, the stars and a late 1800s town without spending a bundle will enjoy this Northeast Ohio facility.

Discover the legacy and contributions of some of history's most renowned women at the National First Ladies' Library, the first and only U.S. archive of its kind.

Mt. McKinley is one of those mountains that create their own weather. Therefore it is good to know, where to take the best pictures once the weather is perfect.

By 1900 the United States had entered global affairs as a colonial power, espousing imperialism as a matter of national interest & security, despite Democrat opposition.

Experience this exceptional retelling of Beauty and the Beast through the eyes of plain-looking Honour, otherwise known as Beauty.

The U.S. Secret Service, which protects the President, began in 1865. The original purpose of this agency was very different from what it is today.

When you visit Alaska's Denali National Park be sure bring your binoculars. You're sure to find natural wildlife and will want a close-up view from your tour bus.

Various factors contributed to the coming of war in 1898 including the destruction of the USS Maine, sensational newspaper stories of atrocities, and imperialist views.

In the Athabascan tongue, Denali means "the great one" or "tall one." At 20,320 feet it is the tallest mountain in North America and a crowning jewel of the park system.

Benjamin Harrison's four years in the office of President has been largely forgotten in the century since. His legacy is mixed, despite a strong legislative agenda.

Following the assassination of President William McKinley in 1900, Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest president in American history to that point.

When President William McKinley was assassinated he left behind an unfinished agenda. However, he had a maverick Vice President to take care of business.

Runners experiencing sharp pain in their heels and arches may have plantar fasciitis. Fortunately, a variety of stretches and home treatments can heal this common injury.

Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, was almost larger than life. In many ways he personified America's transition from the 1800s into 20th century.

An illegitimate child few wanted, May Arkwright, would go on to be one of the most powerful women in the Pacific Northwest

Nothing that Erik Weihenmayer has accomplished is particularly noteworthy in and of itself. What makes all of his achievements notable is that Erik is completely blind.

The war between Cuba and Spain received major notoriety when American newspapers made it front page news.

The indomitable May Hutton became a leader in the Idaho and Washington women's suffrage movements

Some presidents have depended on close political advisers to help build election campaign strategy and government policy. The advisers were often at one with their boss.

Dr. Frederick Cook and Robert E. Peary were experienced Arctic explorers but lied when they said that they reached the top of Mt. McKinley and the North Pole.

From the earliest times of his career in law, William Howard Taft dreamed of being on the Supreme Court, and his life in public service served served to get him there.

To many people, Alaska is a mystery. It's a land of snow and tundra and the North Pole. However, by watching TV, you can get a glimpse into The Last Frontier.

Visit Alaska during the summer, viewing Mt. McKinley, glaciers and wildlife, by air, while hiking, or riding by train, enjoying the extended daylight.

Direct and indirect rule in Southeast Asia can be understood with definitions, examples, and exploring its significance to understanding the region's history.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame offers 83,000 square feet of artifacts, memorabilia and multi-media exhibits that are sure to thrill football fans of any NFL team.

Finally defeating Benjamin Harrison on his second attempt, Grover Cleveland returned to the White House, but times had changed.

The word Katmandu, or Kathmandu, comes from the Spanish "Kasa/Casa" or house and "Madera" or wood. Literally meaning "House of Wood" Casa-Madera.

Many of these Sleeping Beauty stories are meant for younger readers, while others, some with strong sexual undertones, are more for high school and adult readers.

Honest Grover Cleveland won the popular vote in three consecutive presidential elections, a feat shared by Andrew Jackson and exceeded only by Franklin Roosevelt

The rush to Alaskan gold fields made some would be gold miners so careless that they left Seattle on practically anything that floated.

In the late nineteenth century, politics increasingly centered around the fiery debate between a currency set on silver and gold (bimetalism) and one set on gold only.

Steve Spurrier is entering his fifth season at South Carolina and is yet to dominate the SEC like he did in his days at Florida.

Some say this happened because of a Shawnee Chief's curse; others, that it is destined by planets. Tragic coincidence? From 1840 to 1960, there was a cycle of death....

Before his death, American legend says that Indian Chief Tecumseh issued a curse upon the American Presidency - that every twenty years a President would die in office.

Theodore Roosevelt, prior to becoming America's 26th President, lived an exciting life of politics, civil service, academics, and frontiersman.

The first Democratic president to be elected following the American Civil War, Grover Cleveland was also the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms.

An effective administrator, but a poor politician, William Howard Taft spent his term as President caught in a battle between Progressives and Conservatives.

Throughout history there have been those who have been fundamentally opposed to all government and rule of law. Today these people are called anarchists.

Earning himself a place on Mt. Rushmore was not easy, but Theodore Roosevelt worked hard at the Presidency, focusing on getting things done and on initiating reform.

Theodore Roosevelt's plan to place William Taft into the Presidency as a hand-picked successor did not turn out as well as he had hoped, as Taft had a mind of his own.

The Square Deal was a package of moderate reforms concerning consumer protection, conservation, and regulating trusts.

One of Jamaica's favorite sons is Usain Bolt. If his wasn't a household name from his record runs in the 2008 Beijing Olympics it surely is now.