America goes not abroad in search of monsters to destroy … She might become the dictatress of the world, But she would no longer be the ruler of her own spirit.” — John Quincy Adams (1767-1848) In the ...

America goes not abroad in search of monsters to destroy … She might become the dictatress of the world, But she would no ...

We still haven’t learned the lesson of 9/11. The problem with searching the world for monsters to destroy is that they follow ...

Instead of demanding a legalistic process to initiate war, the framers left the decision to wage war to the discretion of politics. They granted war powers to both the President and Congress ...

The question of why and when the United States decides to wage war is a bit complex and requires more than a simple answer.

The Declaration of Independence is full of promise and a few mysteries. A rare copy of it ended up at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn.

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous. A holiday rooted in America's origin story of independence also sends more ...

A document beginning, ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident,’ meaning obvious, kindles something new: the American spirit.

As a federal holiday, government offices are closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Here’ s a look at what’s open and what’s closed on July 4th: ...

The nation’s capital is a must-visit destination for those looking to immerse themselves in American history and pride. Washington, D.C. is home to over 160 memorials and monuments, with about 30 to ...

As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, here's what to know about watching Fourth of July celebrations on TV and streaming.