Articles related to "Founding Fathers"
A Preamble for Living
The Preamble to the Constitution contains words that many like to assert in everday living. But what if we broke it down and examined the Founding Fathers' intentions, in light of what's happening in this country today? It proved to be an intriguing exercise...
constitution • founding fathers • right to privacy
The Preamble to the Constitution contains words that many like to assert in everday living. But what if we broke it down and examined the Founding Fathers' intentions, in light of what's happening in this country today? It proved to be an intriguing exercise...
constitution • founding fathers • right to privacy
A True Treasure of a Film
A Review of the Action-Adventure, "National Treasure"
nicholas • cage • jon • voight • national treasure
A Review of the Action-Adventure, "National Treasure"
nicholas • cage • jon • voight • national treasure
America's Foreign Founding Fathers
Here are a select few foreigners who helped establish the Unites States of America during the Revolutionary War. Some names are recognizable. Several more should be!
foreign founding fathers • marquis de lafayette • baron von steuben • johan de kalb • thaddeus kosciuszko
Here are a select few foreigners who helped establish the Unites States of America during the Revolutionary War. Some names are recognizable. Several more should be!
foreign founding fathers • marquis de lafayette • baron von steuben • johan de kalb • thaddeus kosciuszko
An Education In Religion
Ohio's taxpayers are funding private, parochial education for some of Cleveland's needy. Compassionate gesture, or unnecessary trespassing on the First Amendment? The Court will decide. Get a preview now.
united states supreme court • founding fathers • first amendment
Ohio's taxpayers are funding private, parochial education for some of Cleveland's needy. Compassionate gesture, or unnecessary trespassing on the First Amendment? The Court will decide. Get a preview now.
united states supreme court • founding fathers • first amendment
Thomas Paine and George Washington
There is no doubt that this founding patriot's mighty pen was wielded as a sword of freedom in America. Was it enough to enshrine him in the national pantheon of fathers?
george washington • thomas paine • common sense • founding father • the american crisis
There is no doubt that this founding patriot's mighty pen was wielded as a sword of freedom in America. Was it enough to enshrine him in the national pantheon of fathers?
george washington • thomas paine • common sense • founding father • the american crisis
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
Is America Really Christian?
It's been in the news a lot lately. The Presidential Prayer Team, leading America back to its Christian roots. But just how Christian are America's roots? Were the Founding Father Christian? In a word, NO! This article shares some of the thoughts of those founders we all know and love. . .at least until now. If you're Christian, try not to be too judgemental. They didn't like you much, but they knew that in a free country, you should have the right to worship as you choose--as long as your religion does not conflict with the contitution. That's all. Simple, really. Read on for some eye openers.
church and state • constitution • freedom • religion • prayer
It's been in the news a lot lately. The Presidential Prayer Team, leading America back to its Christian roots. But just how Christian are America's roots? Were the Founding Father Christian? In a word, NO! This article shares some of the thoughts of those founders we all know and love. . .at least until now. If you're Christian, try not to be too judgemental. They didn't like you much, but they knew that in a free country, you should have the right to worship as you choose--as long as your religion does not conflict with the contitution. That's all. Simple, really. Read on for some eye openers.
church and state • constitution • freedom • religion • prayer
Civil War Crisis
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War began, but the crisis was in motion long before the guns awakened.
lincoln • abraham • agragrian • founding • fathers
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War began, but the crisis was in motion long before the guns awakened.
lincoln • abraham • agragrian • founding • fathers
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
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
Origin Causes American Revolution
America had many "Founding Fathers". Yet, each one was inspired by a revolution with origins in social, political, economic and religious ideas and values.
origin of the american revolution • economic causes american revolution • religious causes american revolution • political causes american revolution • social causes american revolution
America had many "Founding Fathers". Yet, each one was inspired by a revolution with origins in social, political, economic and religious ideas and values.
origin of the american revolution • economic causes american revolution • religious causes american revolution • political causes american revolution • social causes american revolution
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Five
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
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
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
With Leaders – The Name Counts
It's no coincidence that a large number of famous leaders have last names ending with the letter "n". This "n" factor applies to an amazing number of famous leaders.
famous leaders • letter “n” • u.s. presidents • founding fathers • life magazine
It's no coincidence that a large number of famous leaders have last names ending with the letter "n". This "n" factor applies to an amazing number of famous leaders.
famous leaders • letter “n” • u.s. presidents • founding fathers • life magazine
The Tide Comes In For John Adams
With David McCullough's new book, the reputation of John Adams comes into ascendency.
With David McCullough's new book, the reputation of John Adams comes into ascendency.
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
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 Whore, The Runaway, And The Fathers of Our Freedom
A Review of Paul Lussier’s "The Last Refuge of Scoundrels"
lussier • scoundrels • revolution • adams • hancock
A Review of Paul Lussier’s "The Last Refuge of Scoundrels"
lussier • scoundrels • revolution • adams • hancock
Causes of the Civil War: The Northwest Ordinance (1787) and the U.S. Constitution
slaves • colonies • states • constitution • northwest land ordinance
slaves • colonies • states • constitution • northwest land ordinance
Ghost Tours in the United States
Travel round America's haunted cities by bus or boat, or walk around cemeteries and famous buildings to get a spooky Hallowe'en vibe all year round.
ghost tours united states • america’s haunted cities • san francisco california • st augustine florida • chicago illinois
Travel round America's haunted cities by bus or boat, or walk around cemeteries and famous buildings to get a spooky Hallowe'en vibe all year round.
ghost tours united states • america’s haunted cities • san francisco california • st augustine florida • chicago illinois
History of the Electoral College
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
The Scottish Fold Cat
The folded ears of this unusual looking cat are caused by a mutation which can be linked to certain abnormalities, so its existence is controversial.
scottish fold cat • cat with folded ears • mutation causing folded ears in cat • mutation causes abnormality in cat • scottish fold and william ross
The folded ears of this unusual looking cat are caused by a mutation which can be linked to certain abnormalities, so its existence is controversial.
scottish fold cat • cat with folded ears • mutation causing folded ears in cat • mutation causes abnormality in cat • scottish fold and william ross
Keep Hamilton on the Ten
Supporters of Ronald Reagan Ready to Consign Alexander Hamilton to the "Ash Heap of History"
hamilton • reagan • founder • capitalism • communism
Supporters of Ronald Reagan Ready to Consign Alexander Hamilton to the "Ash Heap of History"
hamilton • reagan • founder • capitalism • communism
Radical Light at National Gallery
The National Gallery's show, "Radical light: Italy's Divisionist Painters 1891-1910", looks at a little-known movement known as Divisionism and the artists linked to it.
radical light • raa • national gallery • vittore grubicy • gaetano previati
The National Gallery's show, "Radical light: Italy's Divisionist Painters 1891-1910", looks at a little-known movement known as Divisionism and the artists linked to it.
radical light • raa • national gallery • vittore grubicy • gaetano previati
(Part 2) Gibran and Rihani: Two of Lebanon's Best Thinkers
Focusing on Ameen Rihani, this is the second part of an article on two of the Arab Worlds best poets/writers and social/political thinkers,
arab poets • writers • arab writers • poets • gibran
Focusing on Ameen Rihani, this is the second part of an article on two of the Arab Worlds best poets/writers and social/political thinkers,
arab poets • writers • arab writers • poets • gibran
Jim Clark in NASCAR
In 1967 Jim Clark received an offer to compete in NASCAR, which the Formula 1 legend enthusiastically accepted.
jim clark • jim clark nascar • nascar • jimmy clark • jim clark indy
In 1967 Jim Clark received an offer to compete in NASCAR, which the Formula 1 legend enthusiastically accepted.
jim clark • jim clark nascar • nascar • jimmy clark • jim clark indy
Paris Hilton is Off to Jail
Shocked "celebrity" Paris Hilton has been sentenced to serve 45 days in jail for violation of her driving suspension. She did what most stars do - blamed her agent.
paris • hilton • jackson • o.j. • jail
Shocked "celebrity" Paris Hilton has been sentenced to serve 45 days in jail for violation of her driving suspension. She did what most stars do - blamed her agent.
paris • hilton • jackson • o.j. • jail
Persuasive Writing Activity
Students learn persuasive writing, logic, and satire through an essay by Benjamin Franklin.
persuasive writing • lesson plan • middle school • high school • students
Students learn persuasive writing, logic, and satire through an essay by Benjamin Franklin.
persuasive writing • lesson plan • middle school • high school • students
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 Marshall Trilogy
Chief Justice John Marshall and the three cases that form the basis of American Indian Law
the marshall trilogy and american indian law • the marshall trilogy • chief justice john marshall • chief justice john marshall and the marshall trilo • john marshall
Chief Justice John Marshall and the three cases that form the basis of American Indian Law
the marshall trilogy and american indian law • the marshall trilogy • chief justice john marshall • chief justice john marshall and the marshall trilo • john marshall
A History of Dentures
The precursors to modern dentures have a surprisingly vast history, with the first evidence of them being used by humans dating back to about 6500 years ago.
dentures • history of dentures • origins of dentures • the first dentures • false teeth
The precursors to modern dentures have a surprisingly vast history, with the first evidence of them being used by humans dating back to about 6500 years ago.
dentures • history of dentures • origins of dentures • the first dentures • false teeth
Aboriginal Humour
Colonists retaining Indigenous place names for towns are not always thrilled to find out what the Aboriginal language words actually mean...
aboriginal joke • indigenous humour • indigenous orthography • lavatory humour • goonies
Colonists retaining Indigenous place names for towns are not always thrilled to find out what the Aboriginal language words actually mean...
aboriginal joke • indigenous humour • indigenous orthography • lavatory humour • goonies
Acknowledging God
It is imperative that we recognize and acknowledge God's hand in all things.
prayer • god • heavenly father • jesus christ • ten commandments
It is imperative that we recognize and acknowledge God's hand in all things.
prayer • god • heavenly father • jesus christ • ten commandments
America’s First Book
The first book to be published in the Thirteen Colonies was <i>The Bay Psalm Book</i>, and the first printing press to arrive on the North American continent was specifically purchased and imported for the purpose of printing this book.
bay psalm book • psalms of david • richard mather • plymouth • thirteen colonies
The first book to be published in the Thirteen Colonies was <i>The Bay Psalm Book</i>, and the first printing press to arrive on the North American continent was specifically purchased and imported for the purpose of printing this book.
bay psalm book • psalms of david • richard mather • plymouth • thirteen colonies
Armenian Martyrs' Day
On April 24, 1915, in Constantinople, the Young Turks began the ethnic cleansing, or genocide, of the Turkish Armenian population.
armenian martyrs' day • armenian genocide • ethnic cleansing • young turks • mustapha kemal ataturk
On April 24, 1915, in Constantinople, the Young Turks began the ethnic cleansing, or genocide, of the Turkish Armenian population.
armenian martyrs' day • armenian genocide • ethnic cleansing • young turks • mustapha kemal ataturk
Bejnamin Franklin and Slavery
Benjamin Franklin's relationship with slavery ran the gamut, from owing slaves in his younger years to being an outspoken abolitionist after the American Revolution.
benjamin franklin abolition • slavery • slave trade • american abolitionists • atlantic abolitionism
Benjamin Franklin's relationship with slavery ran the gamut, from owing slaves in his younger years to being an outspoken abolitionist after the American Revolution.
benjamin franklin abolition • slavery • slave trade • american abolitionists • atlantic abolitionism
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
Classic Fantasy Author William Morris
This week’s article is about classic Fantasy author William Morris.
This week’s article is about classic Fantasy author William Morris.
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
Day Trips from Boston, Mass.
Massachusetts offers visitors varied attractions. Beaches, outlet malls, museums and historical sites like Plymouth, Quincy and Lexington are an hour's drive from Boston.
boston days out • things to do in boston • cape cod beaches • shopping in boston • whale watching
Massachusetts offers visitors varied attractions. Beaches, outlet malls, museums and historical sites like Plymouth, Quincy and Lexington are an hour's drive from Boston.
boston days out • things to do in boston • cape cod beaches • shopping in boston • whale watching
Do Nations Abide by the Human Rights Decrees of Helsinki when it comes to the disabled?
human rights • diabled • united nations
human rights • diabled • united nations
Freemason Symbols in America
MIddle School and High School students learn lessons connecting Benjamin Franklin and other famous Masons to the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.
masonry • freemasonry • class notes • american revolution • constitution
MIddle School and High School students learn lessons connecting Benjamin Franklin and other famous Masons to the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.
masonry • freemasonry • class notes • american revolution • constitution
Gobble, Gobble - Time to Talk Turkey
About the Wild Turkey
turkey • thanksgiving • ornithology • territory • territoriality
About the Wild Turkey
turkey • thanksgiving • ornithology • territory • territoriality
Goodbye Dud, Barry and the Queen Mum - House Invaders
Three more passings, House Invaders DIY
dudley moore • barry took
Three more passings, House Invaders DIY
dudley moore • barry took
Haunted Victoria Canada Graveyards
Paranormal activity has also been sighted in Victoria Canada at schools and golf courses, such as Craigflower School and Victoria Golf Course.
victoria canada ghosts graveyards • hauntings old burying ground ross bay cemetery pio • paranormal activity victoria canada schools golf c • pioneer square old burying ground victoria • ross bay cemetery victoria
Paranormal activity has also been sighted in Victoria Canada at schools and golf courses, such as Craigflower School and Victoria Golf Course.
victoria canada ghosts graveyards • hauntings old burying ground ross bay cemetery pio • paranormal activity victoria canada schools golf c • pioneer square old burying ground victoria • ross bay cemetery victoria
Holiday Saints
Various saints of Western Europe that are part of Christmas and New Years traditions, including Saint Basil, Saint Nicholas and Saint Lucia.
saint nicholas • colonial christmas traditions • saint knut • king knut iv • saint basil
Various saints of Western Europe that are part of Christmas and New Years traditions, including Saint Basil, Saint Nicholas and Saint Lucia.
saint nicholas • colonial christmas traditions • saint knut • king knut iv • saint basil
Move over Joe Gibbs! The Founders Are Coming
What Kind of NFL Coaches Would our Nation's Founders Make?
national • football • league • coach • founders
What Kind of NFL Coaches Would our Nation's Founders Make?
national • football • league • coach • founders
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