History

9 of the Newest U.S. National Monuments

There are more than 130 national monuments that highlight often-overlooked stories, helping future generations learn about the country’s fascinating history. Here are nine of the most recently recognized U.S. national monuments.

Why Isn’t the Upper Peninsula Part of Wisconsin?

Wisconsin shares a 200-plus-mile border with the U.P., whereas Michigan is only connected via the Mackinac Bridge. Which has naturally given rise to a question: Why isn’t the Upper Peninsula part of Wisconsin instead?

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What Was It Really Like to Fly on the Concorde?

A marvel of engineering and design, the Concorde ushered in the supersonic age — until its final flight in 2003. Find out what it was like to travel on one of the most famous airplanes ever made.

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Nostalgic Freebies We Wish Airlines Would Still Offer

Back in the day, it was often the little touches that made flying feel like a special affair. Here are a few of our favorite nostalgic airline freebies we wish every airline would still offer.

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What Was the Golden Age of Train Travel Like?

During the golden age of rail travel, which spanned from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, the journey itself was as important as the destination.

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