Articles related to "Declaration Of Independence"
"Mr. Jefferson's Assignment"
The Declaration of Independence has been called by some the "birth certificate" of the United States. It also stands as one of the first documents that embodied many of the ideals of the Enlightenment. Interested in finding out the story behind this most important and revolutionary document? Start here!
thomas jefferson • john adams • declaration of independence • revolutionary war
The Declaration of Independence has been called by some the "birth certificate" of the United States. It also stands as one of the first documents that embodied many of the ideals of the Enlightenment. Interested in finding out the story behind this most important and revolutionary document? Start here!
thomas jefferson • john adams • declaration of independence • revolutionary war
Claim Your Stake in The American Dream: VOTE!
At the dawn of a new election for President, now is the time to make your voice heard!
constitution • black american • declaration of independence • racism • poverty
At the dawn of a new election for President, now is the time to make your voice heard!
constitution • black american • declaration of independence • racism • poverty
Of Wharves and Curls Tales Do Make
Catherine Whipple, an unknown storyteller.
portsmouth • new hampshire • declaration of independence • continental congress • folktales
Catherine Whipple, an unknown storyteller.
portsmouth • new hampshire • declaration of independence • continental congress • folktales
Renovated Archives Rotunda Reopens
This month, the National Archives Rotunda reopened after a two-year renovation process. The new National Archives Experience is an interactive exhibit that not only features the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, but additional exhibitions and installations that will allow visitors to feel like they’re wandering through the archive’s vaults and exploring exhibits from across the country.
national archives • rotunda • declaration of independence • constitution • bill of rights
This month, the National Archives Rotunda reopened after a two-year renovation process. The new National Archives Experience is an interactive exhibit that not only features the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, but additional exhibitions and installations that will allow visitors to feel like they’re wandering through the archive’s vaults and exploring exhibits from across the country.
national archives • rotunda • declaration of independence • constitution • bill of rights
The Statute of Westminster (1931): Canada's "Declaration of Independence"
Canada Day, Fourth of July, July 4th, Independence Day, Canada, United States, Celebrations
canada day • statute of westminster • july 1 • july 4 • usa-canada relationship
Canada Day, Fourth of July, July 4th, Independence Day, Canada, United States, Celebrations
canada day • statute of westminster • july 1 • july 4 • usa-canada relationship
Betsy Ross: American Patriot
A look into the life, times and controversies surrounding one of early America's most colorful women and earliest patriots.
betsy ross • religious society of friends • william franklin • george washington • continental congress
A look into the life, times and controversies surrounding one of early America's most colorful women and earliest patriots.
betsy ross • religious society of friends • william franklin • george washington • continental congress
Colonials' Fear of Natives
America's early policy of viewing Native American tribes as a threat lead to a grave injustice and its longest war.
native american • seen as threat • view as "savage" • declaration of independence • articles of confederation
America's early policy of viewing Native American tribes as a threat lead to a grave injustice and its longest war.
native american • seen as threat • view as "savage" • declaration of independence • articles of confederation
We Hold These Truths
Many people today question whether religious or philosophical truth is possible to know. The Founding Fathers didn't.....and thankfully so.
july • fourth • founders • declaration • wisdom
Many people today question whether religious or philosophical truth is possible to know. The Founding Fathers didn't.....and thankfully so.
july • fourth • founders • declaration • wisdom
Causes of the American Revolution
British trade restrictions, economic control, and the imposing of martial law in America clashed with the colonies' tradition of self-governance, leading to war.
american revolution • war for independence • causes of the american revolution • cause of the revolution • no taxation without representation
British trade restrictions, economic control, and the imposing of martial law in America clashed with the colonies' tradition of self-governance, leading to war.
american revolution • war for independence • causes of the american revolution • cause of the revolution • no taxation without representation
Naked, Deathless Splendor: The Majesty of America’s Greatest Champion
Final Installment of our series profiling the Greatest Champions of The United States of America
washington • lincoln • great • champions • america
Final Installment of our series profiling the Greatest Champions of The United States of America
washington • lincoln • great • champions • america
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Six
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
Biography of Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was a man of many talents and one of the hardest-working men in history. His diligence and love of his country are legendary in the nation he founded.
benjamin franklin • ben franklin • biography of benjamin franklin • biography of ben franklin • ben franklin france
Benjamin Franklin was a man of many talents and one of the hardest-working men in history. His diligence and love of his country are legendary in the nation he founded.
benjamin franklin • ben franklin • biography of benjamin franklin • biography of ben franklin • ben franklin france
Deborah Samson
Disguised as a man, Deborah Samson fought during the American Revolution; after being wounded, she received an honorable discharge and began a public speaking career.
deborah samson • female soldier • american revolution • seen and not heard • robert shurtliff
Disguised as a man, Deborah Samson fought during the American Revolution; after being wounded, she received an honorable discharge and began a public speaking career.
deborah samson • female soldier • american revolution • seen and not heard • robert shurtliff
James Napper Tandy
The Irishman Napper Tandy is hardly remembered now, but was once considered so dangerous by the English that they risked a global war with France just to arrest him.
napper tandy • james napper tandy • dublin corporation • dublin • irish parliament
The Irishman Napper Tandy is hardly remembered now, but was once considered so dangerous by the English that they risked a global war with France just to arrest him.
napper tandy • james napper tandy • dublin corporation • dublin • irish parliament
One Nation Under God
A discussion of the whether the phrase "under God" is unconstitutional in the context of recitation as part of the Pledge of Allegiance.
pledge of allegiance • under god • supreme court
A discussion of the whether the phrase "under God" is unconstitutional in the context of recitation as part of the Pledge of Allegiance.
pledge of allegiance • under god • supreme court
Philadelphia Travel Facts & Trivia
Pennsylvania, USA: Information and statistics on the Museum of Art, Rocky's steps, Declaration of Independence, Liberty Hall, Italian market, oldest zoo & more.
philadelphia travel facts • pennsylvania trivia • rocky steps • liberty hall • ghost tours
Pennsylvania, USA: Information and statistics on the Museum of Art, Rocky's steps, Declaration of Independence, Liberty Hall, Italian market, oldest zoo & more.
philadelphia travel facts • pennsylvania trivia • rocky steps • liberty hall • ghost tours
Thomas Jefferson and the Iraq War
This article speculates on how the "Father of the Declaration of Independence" might react to the war in Iraq.
thomas jefferson • iraq war • man of the people • father of the declaration of independence • john kennedy nobel dinner
This article speculates on how the "Father of the Declaration of Independence" might react to the war in Iraq.
thomas jefferson • iraq war • man of the people • father of the declaration of independence • john kennedy nobel dinner
In the Shadow of Our Founders -- Part Three
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
secession • jefferson • davis • thomas • founders
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
secession • jefferson • davis • thomas • founders
In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Three
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
The First Order of Greatness
George Mason's Place in American History
george • mason • virginia • statesman • revolution
George Mason's Place in American History
george • mason • virginia • statesman • revolution
Fourth of July Activities
Firecrackers, picnics, and warm weather all signify that the Fourth of July is here. Celebrate with these activities, crafts, recipes, coloring pages, and more.
fourth of july activities • kids activities • kids holiday activities • fourth of july craft • firecracker safety tips
Firecrackers, picnics, and warm weather all signify that the Fourth of July is here. Celebrate with these activities, crafts, recipes, coloring pages, and more.
fourth of july activities • kids activities • kids holiday activities • fourth of july craft • firecracker safety tips
Qualified To Be President
Some of the great US presidents have entered office with great resumes. So have some of the failures and mediocre ones. Does experience matter and, if so, what kind?
presidential candidates' experience • choosing presidents • qualifications for president • great presidents • underperforming presidents
Some of the great US presidents have entered office with great resumes. So have some of the failures and mediocre ones. Does experience matter and, if so, what kind?
presidential candidates' experience • choosing presidents • qualifications for president • great presidents • underperforming presidents
The Historic City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia was at the center of the fight for American Independence. Visitors to the city can see important landmarks that transformed US history.
visit philadelphia • philadelphia tourism • independence hall • the liberty bell • the philadelphia mint
Philadelphia was at the center of the fight for American Independence. Visitors to the city can see important landmarks that transformed US history.
visit philadelphia • philadelphia tourism • independence hall • the liberty bell • the philadelphia mint
"The Age of Enlightenment"
Many historians consider the eighteenth century philosophical movement the "Age of Enlightenment" to be one of the most influential periods in history. Find out how this movement's legacy influenced an "Age of Revolution" and remains important to us even today.
age of enlightenment • eighteenth century • john locke • american revolution • french revolution
Many historians consider the eighteenth century philosophical movement the "Age of Enlightenment" to be one of the most influential periods in history. Find out how this movement's legacy influenced an "Age of Revolution" and remains important to us even today.
age of enlightenment • eighteenth century • john locke • american revolution • french revolution
A Tale of Two Countries
National symbols and holidays are just two ways in which nations celebrate their history. Read on and learn about the history behind some of the more famous American and French national symbols.
american revolution • fourth of july • french revolution • bastille day • gallic rooster
National symbols and holidays are just two ways in which nations celebrate their history. Read on and learn about the history behind some of the more famous American and French national symbols.
american revolution • fourth of july • french revolution • bastille day • gallic rooster
A Tourist's Guide to Philadelphia
When planning a visit to the United States consider Philadelphia, and come prepared as you don't want to miss anything the city has to offer...and it has a lot to offer!
tourist guide to philadelphia • visiting philadelphia • philadelphia tourism • what to do in philadelphia • philadelphia points of interest
When planning a visit to the United States consider Philadelphia, and come prepared as you don't want to miss anything the city has to offer...and it has a lot to offer!
tourist guide to philadelphia • visiting philadelphia • philadelphia tourism • what to do in philadelphia • philadelphia points of interest
Honor Past President's Party
A theme party to honor the presidents in our American history. A chance to teach and show patriotism and have fun with the legends surrounding some of our greatest presidents.
honor past presidents • theme party • presidents • patriotic • red
A theme party to honor the presidents in our American history. A chance to teach and show patriotism and have fun with the legends surrounding some of our greatest presidents.
honor past presidents • theme party • presidents • patriotic • red
Santa Barbara Museums
Travel to the fancy, yet incredibly beautiful town of Santa Barbara, and you may want to do more than sunbathe. Three special museums add to the quality of your trip.
santa barbara barbra californias central coast nat • santa ynez mountains • pacific oceans • elite tourists destinations • fancy beautiful perfect mid-sized towns
Travel to the fancy, yet incredibly beautiful town of Santa Barbara, and you may want to do more than sunbathe. Three special museums add to the quality of your trip.
santa barbara barbra californias central coast nat • santa ynez mountains • pacific oceans • elite tourists destinations • fancy beautiful perfect mid-sized towns
150 Years Of The Women's Rights Movement (Part 1)
1998 marks the 150th anniversary of the first women's rights convention. Women have a lot to celebrate about what they have achieved in such a short period of time.
women • rights • women's rights movement
1998 marks the 150th anniversary of the first women's rights convention. Women have a lot to celebrate about what they have achieved in such a short period of time.
women • rights • women's rights movement
Rebel Flag Part III – A Time for Healing
Part 3 of a three part series. A time for healing.
slavery • rebel • flag
Part 3 of a three part series. A time for healing.
slavery • rebel • flag
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Four
The continuing series profiling the most effective and principled advocates for the cornerstone tenets of America's founding era.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The continuing series profiling the most effective and principled advocates for the cornerstone tenets of America's founding era.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
Abraham Lincoln and the Soul of America
The second to last installment of "Twenty Five Greatest Champions of America" series, profiling the greatest advocates for the founding principles of our nation.
abraham • lincoln • founders • washington • civil
The second to last installment of "Twenty Five Greatest Champions of America" series, profiling the greatest advocates for the founding principles of our nation.
abraham • lincoln • founders • washington • civil
First Amendment Book Info
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
Flagging the best 4th of July Sites
When your not busy planning parties, having cookouts and attending parades, take some time to check out the great places for kids to celebrate the 4th of July on the web!
kids • poetry • stories • 4th of july • independence day
When your not busy planning parties, having cookouts and attending parades, take some time to check out the great places for kids to celebrate the 4th of July on the web!
kids • poetry • stories • 4th of july • independence day
Yugoslavia's Political History
Yugoslavia history is brief and complex. What makes research about it confusing is the many name changes that have occured throughout Yugoslavia's history.
yugoslavia • serbia • montenegro • wwii • eastern european history
Yugoslavia history is brief and complex. What makes research about it confusing is the many name changes that have occured throughout Yugoslavia's history.
yugoslavia • serbia • montenegro • wwii • eastern european history
The Virtue of Justice
Part of the "Theology for the Laity" series by Fr. Paul Duffner, Director of the Rosary Center
justice • rights • obligations • catholicism • christianity
Part of the "Theology for the Laity" series by Fr. Paul Duffner, Director of the Rosary Center
justice • rights • obligations • catholicism • christianity
Book Review: Night Journey to Vicksburg
This book is a fictional account of a slave and his sisters who run away during the Civil War. Elements of the Underground Railroad are embedded in the story, as well as General Grant's seige of Vicksburg. The novel is based on an entry about Vicksburg from General Grant's notes.
vicksburg • runaway • civil war • slavery • escape
This book is a fictional account of a slave and his sisters who run away during the Civil War. Elements of the Underground Railroad are embedded in the story, as well as General Grant's seige of Vicksburg. The novel is based on an entry about Vicksburg from General Grant's notes.
vicksburg • runaway • civil war • slavery • escape
Connecticut History
A fascinating look at some of the important "firsts" in the history of Connecticut, from 1639 to1900.
connecticut • new england • connecticut history • new haven • wethersfield
A fascinating look at some of the important "firsts" in the history of Connecticut, from 1639 to1900.
connecticut • new england • connecticut history • new haven • wethersfield
How About The Hearing Impaired?
What we can do to help let the Leaders of our country know what we, as Hearing Impaired people are missing in our lives to help us and others communicate better together.
hearing impairment • input • inprovements
What we can do to help let the Leaders of our country know what we, as Hearing Impaired people are missing in our lives to help us and others communicate better together.
hearing impairment • input • inprovements
How to Make a 13 Star Flag
If one can draw a straight line and use a stencil, this 13 star flag will soon be decorating one's home for the upcoming 4th of July celebration.
4th of july decorations • how to make a flag • stars and stripes • usa flags • 13 star colony flag
If one can draw a straight line and use a stencil, this 13 star flag will soon be decorating one's home for the upcoming 4th of July celebration.
4th of july decorations • how to make a flag • stars and stripes • usa flags • 13 star colony flag
Indians and America's Revolution
In the American Revolution, Native Americans were used by both sides, but in the end they were abandoned.
american revolution • stockbridge indians • proclamation of 1763 • tribute money • iroquois
In the American Revolution, Native Americans were used by both sides, but in the end they were abandoned.
american revolution • stockbridge indians • proclamation of 1763 • tribute money • iroquois
James Madison
James Madison, after graduating from Princeton, serves as a delegate to the patriotic convention and becomes close friends with Thomas Jefferson.
james madison • thomas jefferson • george washington • patrick henry • port conway
James Madison, after graduating from Princeton, serves as a delegate to the patriotic convention and becomes close friends with Thomas Jefferson.
james madison • thomas jefferson • george washington • patrick henry • port conway
Lincoln and Slavery
An examination of how Lincoln dealt with the issue of slavery and grappled with that of race throughout his life.
lincoln • emancipation proclamation • slavery
An examination of how Lincoln dealt with the issue of slavery and grappled with that of race throughout his life.
lincoln • emancipation proclamation • slavery
Magna Carta 1215
In 1215, King John was forced to sign Magna Carta, a document that imposed limits on royal power and serves as the basis for modern British law.
magna carta • 1215 • king john • english constitution • runnymede
In 1215, King John was forced to sign Magna Carta, a document that imposed limits on royal power and serves as the basis for modern British law.
magna carta • 1215 • king john • english constitution • runnymede
Statue of Liberty to Reopen on July 4 2009
Closed since 9/11, the Statue of Liberty is now accepting reservations for visitor access to the top.
statue of liberty • new york city • reopening • world heritage site • american monument
Closed since 9/11, the Statue of Liberty is now accepting reservations for visitor access to the top.
statue of liberty • new york city • reopening • world heritage site • american monument
The Early Politics of John Adams
John Adams, member of the Federalist party, was a true American patriot, though once in office the politics of his party kept him from a second term.
john adams • early political parties • federlist party • democratic republican party • thomas jefferon
John Adams, member of the Federalist party, was a true American patriot, though once in office the politics of his party kept him from a second term.
john adams • early political parties • federlist party • democratic republican party • thomas jefferon
18th Century American Furniture Styles
The furniture styles of the 18th Century were a reflection of the changing world at the time and were considered more as an art than a craft.
18th century society • 18th century culture • american furniture • antiques • collectibles
The furniture styles of the 18th Century were a reflection of the changing world at the time and were considered more as an art than a craft.
18th century society • 18th century culture • american furniture • antiques • collectibles
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