The majority of the Founders ... were determined to prevent the official establishment of any single national denomination or religion.

When George Washington, from Virginia, arrived in Cambridge 250 years ago, one of the first things he did was talk to his ...

Unquestionably it was a foundational document for America, calling for unity against Great Britain in the struggle for ...

The Bergen County Historical Society is planning a new museum at the site of one of Gen. George Washington’s most important retreats.

Arnold Schwarzenegger, former California governor and actor, was the keynoe speaker at a naturalization ceremony at Mount ...

As we have just celebrated Independence Day it is a good time to remember how on September 5, 1774, the First Continental ...

Scopes “Monkey Trial” in Tennessee, where a teacher was prosecuted for teaching evolution, continues to influence debates on ...

Object Details Author Flexner, James Thomas 1908-2003 Subject Washington, George 1732-1799 Notes V. 1. The forge of experience (1732-1775) -- v. 2. In the American Revolution (1775-1783) -- v. 3. And ...

That was the message on the wreath that Arnold Schwarzenegger placed at the tomb of George Washington on July 4 when the ...