Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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U.S. Presidential Visits to Philadelphia

A presidential visit is always a big deal, no matter the city. For Philadelphia, however, these visits are a recurring part of its history....

The 1951 Philadelphia Municipal Elections

In April 1951, citizens approved Philadelphia's new charter, which led to municipal elections in November of the same year. For the first time in...

The Pennsylvania Mutiny of 1783

The Pennsylvania, or Philadelphia, Mutiny of 1783 was arguably the only successful anti-government protest in U.S. history. Carried out by soldiers of the Continental...

The Nativist Riots in Philadelphia

In the 21st century, Philadelphia is known as a tolerant city, open to all communities, regardless of their religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and so...

The Philadelphia General Strike of 1835

Philadelphia is a city with a rich history, serving as the backdrop for many significant events in American history. It played a major role...

George Dallas: The story of the eleventh vice president of the United States

American politician George Dallas had a long career and held numerous positions in politics. He was Philadelphia's mayor, a minister and the 11th Vice...

Elias Boudinot, a notable US statesman

Elias Boudinot was a Founding Father of the United States, as well as a lawyer, statesman, women's rights advocate and anti-slavery activist. During the...

Biography of the politician and philosopher Benjamin Rush

Benjamin Rush was a remarkable individual with diverse interests and many accomplishments. Throughout his life, he worked in philosophy, medicine and politics, in addition...

History of the national Colored Conventions in Philadelphia

Prior to the Civil War, Philadelphia had one of the largest free African-American communities in the nation. Black leaders have united to form a...

Pennsylvania’s precedence in signing an Act for the Gradual Abolition of Slavery

On March 1, 1780, historical changes occurred in Philadelphia, affecting the future development of the entire country. On this day, the Pennsylvania General Assembly...
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