They’re Some of the Most Famous Words Ever Written. Have You Ever Really Read Them?

The Declaration of Independence was a charter and a manifesto, yes, but in essence it was a memo, a hastily drafted, ...

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, The Federalist remains an indispensable guide to understanding the constitutional system and the nation’s enduring indepe…

You know how important the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were to making the United States. But do you know ...
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Rare Declaration artifacts on display in Philly as America nears 250th birthday

Philadelphia honors the Declaration of Independence with an exhibit showcasing rare artifacts and historical insights as the ...

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support ...
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Was the Declaration of Independence Better Before the Edits?

Amid contention, criticism, and compromise, a divided nation had to present a unified front. It came at a cost.
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How the Declaration of Independence inspired the world despite Jefferson’s contradictions on slavery

Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. Historian Andrew Davenport arrived at Monticello with an extraordinary ...

For America’s Birthday, a Declaration of Independence Whodunit

The New York Historical thinks it has identified the anonymous printer behind a rare broadside printing of the Declaration ...