The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a new series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the ...

When Americans speak of the "Founding Fathers," they usually have a group of about six men in mind: George Washington, Thomas ...

America is celebrating its 250th birthday this year — marking 2½ centuries since the signing of the Declaration of ...

Responding to a request from Gen. George Washington, John Adams sent a letter weighing in on Gen. Charles Lee’s ambitious plan for New York’s defense. Lee proposed preempting a British attack by ...

On Jan. 10, 1984, the United States established full diplomatic relations with the Vatican for the first time in 116 years.

As America looks to celebrate its 250th, we look at the controversial legacy of Delaware's Founding Father and whether his statue may ever return.

The Insurrection Act is found in Title 10 - Armed Forces, Subtitle A – General Military Law, Part I – Organization and ...

Donald Trump would not be the first president to invoke the Insurrection Act, as he has threatened, so that he can send U.S.

The Oval Office’s creation and evolution reflect broader developments in the nature and perception of the modern American presidency.

MANY PEOPLE know the names of the men who created America. Fewer understand them well enough to opine confidently on their legacies. Consider this your cheat sheet. From primers to page-turners, our ...