The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, was a game-changer for the 13 American colonies. This bold move cut ...

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On a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, a group of delegates to the Continental Congress gathered to celebrate the final ...

Booming fireworks, patriotic parades, and outdoor barbeques have become annual traditions, and many employees enjoy the day ...

The 13 original colonies of the United States were the foundation of what would become a new nation, born from a blend of ambition, conflict and compromise. These colonies stretched along the ...

A crane hoisted the cupola and clock tower into place Thursday at the heart of the 13 Colonies Plaza in Hurricane, marking a ...

The latest volume in the series of The Story of the Nations" is a creditable and valuable work. The two volumes have been prepared for the purpose of telling the story of the American Colonies in ...

It was the last of the 13 colonies. 9. VIRGINIA. This colony was named after Queen Elizabeth I, the "virgin queen" who married England instead of a husband.