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The Midnight Ride That Almost Wasn't: The Other...

As we approach the USA 250th, discover how a little-known patriot, not Paul Revere, first sounded the alarm that sparked the Revolution in April 1775.

George Washington’s Love of Ice Cream and the F...

Discover how George Washington’s surprising fondness for ice cream offers a fresh view on the Father of Our Country as we approach the USA’s 250th Anniversary.

Everyday Colonial Life: Food, Fashion, and Fun ...

Get an inside look at daily life in Colonial America—what our ancestors ate, wore, and did for work and fun. Discover how ordinary folk shaped the nation we celebrate at...

The Midnight Rider You’ve Never Heard Of: Sybil...

Discover the untold story of Sybil Ludington, a teenage patriot whose midnight ride rivaled Paul Revere’s, on the road to the USA’s 250th Anniversary.

From Gridiron to Glory: The NFL Lineman Who Bec...

Most NFL careers end with a contract dispute or a busted knee. Maurice "Footsie" Britt's ended with a German bullet, 32 grenades, and a Medal of Honor pinned to his...

A Barrel, a Patriot, and a Prank: The Great Gun...

Did a Bostonian outwit the British using an empty barrel and a dash of mischief? Discover a humorous tale from the Revolution that proves wit wins wars.