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American Historical Association

American learned society (1884-)

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Jan 29, 2026

Have other public figures recounted similar childhood memories of racial violence that were later re-examined by historians?

Other public figures and community members have long recounted childhood memories or local legends of that were later scrutinized, contextualized, or revised by historians and archivists—scholarly re-...

Jan 10, 2026

What ethical considerations guide historians when separating a leader’s private conduct from their public achievements?

Historians separate a leader’s private conduct from public achievements by balancing fidelity to evidence, transparency about value judgments, and responsibility to the public interest; professional c...

Oct 22, 2025

Can the White House Historical Association veto proposed changes to the White House grounds?

The White House Historical Association (WHHA) does not possess legal veto power over proposed changes to the White House grounds; its role is described consistently as preservation, education, and pub...