Written by Thomas Jefferson, the declaration was called the “Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms” and drafted this week in 1775 by the Second Continental Congress.

In remarks at Independence Hall in 1861, President Abraham Lincoln shared the roots of his political philosophy while ...

Concord unleashed to the world America's musical contributions, which sprang from our universal appeal as a nation.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain ...

“Today you reap the fruits of their success,” Douglass told his audience. “The freedom gained is yours, and you, therefore, ...

Jefferson and Adams ensured that the Declaration captured the hearts of Americans with different religious sensibilities.

Over the years, I have written various posts and articles on the American Revolution and the ideals of the Declaration of ...

Most people know that the July 4th holiday celebrates the day the United States of America gained its Independence (the […] ...

Whether you're feeling patriotic, reflective or in need of escapism, here's a list of flicks to chose from this Independence ...

And, in short, let it become the political religion of the nation; and let the old and the young, the rich and the poor, the ...

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