Jared Maurice Arter was the first former slave to attend Hillsdale College. After graduating, he became a pastor and faithful servant to the Lord. Listen to hear more about Arter's unique story. 

Calvin Coolidge, better known as "Silent Cal," was the 30th president of the United States. Although he spoke few words, he was one of the greatest presidents in U.S. history. Listen to learn more about his wit and leadership. 

Edgar Allen Poe was a successful poet despite his unfortunate upbringing. Listen to learn about his mysterious death and his poetry that Americans can't stop reading. 

Walt Whitman was an American poet who supported the Union during the Civil War. His actions and poetry reflect patriotism and morality. 

The reporting done by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein helped uncover crimes that led to the resignation of former president Richard Nixon. You can't talk about the Watergate scandal without mentioning Woodward and Bernstein, so listen to learn more about these two men. 

Davy Crockett defended Texas at the Battle of the Alamo. Listen to learn of his bravery. 

Harriett Tubman was born a slave but died a free woman. During her lifetime, she not only escaped slavery herself, but helped other enslaved people gain their freedom. Listen to hear about her courage, selflessness, and integrity.

Everyone knows America's national anthem, but who wrote it? Listen to find out. 

The Americans who fought at Flanders Fields displayed tremendous courage toward the end of World War I. Listen to hear about these honorable men and a poem that was written about Flanders Fields. 

Ransom Dunn was vital in Hillsdale College's success in the 1850s. Listen to find out how he and a horse helped Hillsdale.