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Follow Cory, a time traveling Middle School history teacher, as he journeys beyond your textbook telling untold stories that transformed our world. From his time portal in Western New York, Cory discovers connections between local historical events and their national impact. Meet fascinating people along the way and see firsthand how history surrounds you and includes you!

Cory explores the displacement of Indigenous People and the problem with broken treaties.
The Great Hunger: 1M dead, 2M fled, & Fenians invading Canada for Ireland is where it led.
Meet Cory’s inspiration: Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to run for president.
Funding for Compact History was provided in part by the New York State Education Department.

Meet Cory

Cory McCants is a Buffalo native who began a career in entertainment after graduating from Niagara University in 2011. In 2015, Cory spent a few years in New York City where he seized numerous opportunities to work with Directors such as Ava DuVernay, and companies like MTV and Geico. These experiences have given Cory a unique insight on the importance of following your dreams, whatever they may be. Cory spent 6 years as a performing arts teacher in Buffalo using what he's learned to help teach the next generation of leaders. Cory often expresses his desire to use his talents as a vehicle to spread knowledge, positivity, and laughter to his community and anyone that wants to listen. Compact History is the newest and most exciting project he has the pleasure of working on! Cory says he believes all of his life experiences has prepared him for this opportunity and he is sure he will help make history!