The 2021 Attack on the U.S. Capitol
There's more than one way to understand what happened. Use this list or the graphic below to choose your journey.
We recommend Reveille first if you haven't heard the bugle call. Then Jan 6 Motives to gain a perspective on the driving motives. After that-
- Oaths - Social promises are the foundation of society. When this crumbles... we all have work to do.
- Jan 6 Details - A linear, highly referenced, account that starts at the beginning and follows the facts.
- Historic Attacks- Learn from the two earlier attacks on Our House. See how the cycle of violence repeats. Observe similarities between those who tried to dismantle American's trust in her institutions.
- MAGA - Explore in detail Donald Trumps motives. Review the role MAGA played and see how many are separating themselves from MAGA's long shadow.
- Jan 6 Students-- This is a recap of events rich in Key Lessons and Activity Tools for educators and small teams of students.
Explore one path, come back, and try another.
Oaths
Public promises- the bedrock of civic trust
Jan 6 Details
The historic timeline; motives, attack, and aftermath.
Historic Attacks
See similarities in the two other violent attacks against Our House.
MAGA
A deep look into motives and the MAGA community.
Students
A simplified, age‑appropriate version for younger readers.