Fifth graders at Bickel Elementary were greeted by a man in a tricorner hat with a musket at the American Revolution ...

Even in its earliest days, discord was part and parcel of American life. During the American Revolution, families were often divided between Patriots — pushing for American independence from Great ...

Even in its earliest days, discord was part and parcel of American life. During the American Revolution, families were often ...

Historians debate whether Sybil Ludington’s ride happened as described. Yet her story is a window into women’s roles during ...

Before the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, exhibitions and events in many states offer a ...

The filmmaker talks to editorial page editor James Dao about how his newest project is the most important one he’ll ever make ...

DURHAM, N.C. – Two Duke faculty are among nearly 250 leaders from academia, the arts, industry, policy, research and science ...

The road to revolution was filled with mistakes, miscommunications, and massive turning points. From unfair taxes to bloody ...

Royal authorities wanted to send some Colonial lawbreakers to Britain for trial. That incensed Americans, especially ...

April is often associated with spring and renewal, but it also powerfully reminds us of the struggles and triumphs within ...

A significant piece of local and American history - one no one knew existed for over 200 years - will soon return home to ...