Here is an interesting experiment. Assume a different perspective when you read and/or think about American history. For example, think about the history of slavery as if you were an American slave yourself. Or pretend you were an American Indian living freely when the white settlers arrived. Or pretend you are looking at things through God's eyes.

It is not easy to do this, but even a small attempt at it will give you amazing insight into hidden history! Try writing a paragraph as if you were in those roles and see how your own writing comes out!