At the turn of the 19th Century, America was expanding at an exponential rate. As more and more territory was acquired, the debate between whether or not to create new lands of inequality with the presence of slavery grew. As the country continually expanded, boths sides – pro and against – vowed to fight for…

This building, located between Leonard and Franklin Streets, in the Tribeca neighborhood in Manhattan, looks rather typical and is not very noticeable from the outside. More than just a utilitarian structure, 359 Broadway has a history that reveals much about the unknown aspects of life of Matthew Brady, who is arguably the most famous Civil…

Though it’s not Times Square or the Statue of Liberty or any other tourist-friendly destinations of that ilk, Brooklyn is a whirlwind of different ethnicities, rich culture and extensive historical background. It’s difficult to find many surviving remnants of bygone eras in Manhattan, a city that is always changing, renovating and rebuilding. However, Brooklyn wears…