The Declaration of Independence, approved July 4, 1776, dissolved ties with Great Britain and established natural rights.

As CENTCOM commander, it’s up to Adm. Brad Cooper to keep the military campaign on track until a political decision is made to end it — however long that may take.

George Washington's pivotal rejection of power on the Ides of March contrasts with Julius Caesar and provides a model for true greatness.

Erratic rhetoric, shifting goals and mixed signals leave allies, foes and voters unsure what the president wants from war ...

China is signaling it will stay focused on technology and economic growth, even as U.S. tensions with Iran rise.

A nation founded on the audacious claim that all men are created equal still struggles to fulfill that promise, as the long arc from slavery to civil rights reveals both undeniable progress and a ...

As most are likely aware, on July 4, this country marks the 250th anniversary of the Second Continental Congress’ adoption of the Declaration of Independence. It is the date that we celebrate the ...

Since this is the two hundredth and fiftieth birthday of America, I have a question to ask. What are your feelings when you see the flag flying in the wind, ...

On the 26 Ulto I had the honour of addressing you and then mentioned that we were making preparations for taking possession of Dorchester Heights. I now beg leave to Inform you, that a Council of ...

What started in 2019 as a suburban home renovation became the discovery of skeletal remains, believed to be of Revolutionary ...

Generations of lawmakers, straying from the Founders’ ideals—and fears—led inevitably to this era of unaccountable ...

Theater students will reenact scenes from historical musicals such as “1776,” “Hamilton” and more while history students portray each of the Founding Fathers and provide historical context for the ...