William Howard Taft National Historic Site

William Howard Taft

In 1905, several notable Ohio political figures, including Secretary of War William Howard Taft, set off on a three-month journey to the far east. This little-known and even lesser-remembered journey was documented extensively by photographers Burr McIntosh and Harry Fowler Woods.

There were eight presidents from the state of Ohio . Read this article to learn more about each of those presidential campaigns.

Traversing the hilly neighborhoods in modern cities in the 19th century was made easier with the advent of a new spin on railway technology. Elevated and inclined railways ushered in a modern convenience that was a hit in American cities like Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Cincinnati.

When it comes to his political career, William Howard Taft is a "chip off the old block." The younger Taft went on to achieve many of the same accomplishments of his father and then exceeded his father by garnering the top posts in the political and legal professions.

Discover a hidden gem in Cincinnati, where the nation's 27th president was born. In the city's first suburb, Mount Auburn, you'll find fabulous architecture, intriguing history, and sites that chronicle the life of a president.

There are many connections between the Presidents. This article will explore some of those connections.

Robert Todd Lincoln, son of President and First Lady Lincoln, had the misfortune to be at the site of three Presidents of the United States. Read about occassion and how Robert Todd Lincoln was connected.

Robin White experienced profound loss and the injustices of discrimination as a child. Surrounded by women, she grew up understanding the importance of nature, family, cultural heritage, and her own worth. During more than 40 years in the National Park Service (NPS) White valued community engagement and diversity, first as an interpretative ranger and later as a superintendent.