Cate Lineberry

Cate Lineberry is a bestselling author and former editor for _National Geographic_ and _Smithsonian_ magazines. Her latest book is _Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls' Escape from Slavery to Union Hero_.

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Mother's Day pastry.
Annual Observances

7 Mother’s Day Traditions Around the World

While specific traditions vary, nearly every country observes a day to honor mothers.

The Watergate Whistleblower Who Was Held Hostage, Drugged and Discredited, Martha Mitchell
1970s

Martha Mitchell: The Socialite Turned Watergate Whistleblower

Mitchell, the wife of Richard Nixon's attorney general, alleged she was held hostage and drugged after she attempted to talk to the press.

Clara Barton: 7 Facts about the Civil War Nurse and Medical Pioneer
Annual Observances

Clara Barton: 7 Facts about the Civil War Nurse and Medical Pioneer

The founder of the Red Cross dedicated her life to helping others and fighting for equality.

Swiss mountain troops, circa 1940.
World War II

How the Neutral Countries in World War II Weren’t So Neutral

Neutrality was often more complex than simply avoiding choosing sides.

How Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring' Galvanized the Environmental Movement
Natural Disasters & Environment

How Rachel Carson’s ‘Silent Spring’ Awakened the World to Environmental Peril

Carson's 1962 bestseller first warned the public about the devastating effects of chemical pesticides—and started a revolution.