U.S. history is the study of the past events, movements, and figures that have shaped the development of the United States as a nation. This field of research often focuses on key events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Cold War, as well as the contributions of prominent figures such as George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., and others. Scholars in this field seek to understand the social, political, economic, and cultural forces that have influenced American society and institutions over time. Additionally, U.S. history research examines the diversity of experiences and perspectives within the nation, including those of Indigenous peoples, immigrants, women, and other marginalized groups.