This subfield focuses on the history of the United States, from the late 19th century to the present day.
World War II: This topic covers the major events and players of the war, including causes, alliances, battles, and outcomes.
The Cold War: This topic includes the political tensions and conflicts between the United States and Soviet Union from the end of World War II to the collapse of the USSR.
Civil Rights Movement: This topic covers the struggle for racial equality and social justice by African Americans in the 1960s, including key figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks.
Vietnam War: This topic covers the military conflict in Southeast Asia from 1955 to 1975, including its causes, key battles, political impact, and social consequences.
Space Race: This topic covers the competition between the United States and the Soviet Union to explore space, including the Apollo program, moon landings, and space shuttle missions.
Reaganomics: This topic covers the economic policies of President Ronald Reagan during the 1980s, including supply-side economics, tax cuts, and deregulation.
Watergate Scandal: This topic covers the political scandal that led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974, including the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and the subsequent cover-up.
Terrorism and 9/11: This topic covers the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, including their causes, impact, and subsequent responses by the United States and other nations.
Presidential Politics: This topic covers the history of presidential elections and campaigns, including key issues, candidates, and controversies.
Technological Advancements: This topic covers the major technological advancements of the modern age, including the rise of the internet, digital media, and social networking.
Political History: The study of political events, processes, and institutions in U.S. history.
Economic History: The study of the economic development of the United States, including the role of government policies and market forces.
Social History: The study of the lives and experiences of ordinary people in America, focusing on issues like race, gender, and class.
Cultural History: The study of the arts, literature, music, and other aspects of culture in U.S. history.
Intellectual History: The study of ideas and intellectual movements in the United States, including philosophy, religion, and science.
Environmental History: The study of the impact of humans on the natural world, including the role of environmental policies and conservation efforts.
Diplomatic History: The study of U.S. foreign policy and international relations.
Military History: The study of the role of the military in American history.
Legal History: The study of the development of American law and the legal system.
Women's History: The study of the experiences of women in American history, including their contributions to society and struggles for equality.
LGBTQ+ History: The study of the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in American history, including their contributions to society and struggles for equality.
Immigration History: The study of immigration to the United States and the experiences of immigrants throughout American history.
African American History: The study of the experiences of African Americans in American history, including their contributions to society and struggles for equality.
Native American History: The study of the experiences of Native Americans in American history, including their contributions to society and struggles for sovereignty and recognition.
Asian American and Pacific Islander History: The study of the experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in American history, including their contributions to society and struggles for recognition and representation.