On July 11, 1776, George Washington warned Congress that Admiral Howe’s fleet was expected and a British attack on New York ...
On July 1, 1776, Congress debated independence as Maryland came over, Delaware split, New York lacked instructions, and Adams expected a hard fight.
I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival.” — John Adams ...
As millions of Americans feel the heat ahead of the 250th anniversary of the United States, this great nation has experienced ...
Forget the fireworks — this Independence Day, the weather is stealing the show. As a blistering heat dome sends temperatures ...
While there were no fireworks in or around Williamsburg on July 4, 1776, residents were well aware that their lives were ...
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday, here's what Benjamin Franklin and other colonists would have seen when they looked ...
Christopher Black, artistic director of the Bachmann Players, will read the Declaration of Independence at Centre Square in ...