The Smithsonian altered history for bragging rights

Smithsonian Castle — Photo by Sara Cottle on Unsplash

The Smithsonian has been a beloved institution to me since I first walked the halls of its incredible museums as a young man. It is an American icon and one of the most prestigious museums in the world.

But clearly not without a few underhand principles. I present to you at least one case where it has altered history to increase its own prestige. I’d like to believe this is a…