Jefferson wrote that Norfolk must be destroyed. Months later, Patriots burned much of the city themselves — and blamed the British.

As we approach America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, many people will want to hit ...

Inevitably, the discussion of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Commission turned to the Declaration’s best-known and most sacred phrase, the chorus in every American songbook ... Jefferson from loyal ...

With the exception of John Quincy Adams, no other son of a Founder rose to his father’s stature. The unluckiest of all may ...

Archaeologists have found parts of the original 1700s foundation as well as numerous artifacts, including an English pistol ...

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On Saturday, October 25, dozens gathered near the site of the Battle of Earle’s Ford to dedicate a new monument honoring ...

The buildup of U.S. military forces near Venezuela and a series of deadly attacks on alleged drug-trafficking boats in waters ...

Facing China’s growing military and political pressure, Taiwan races to strengthen its defenses before it’s too late.

Speech by Alfred Moore Waddell: Men, the crisis is upon us. You must do your duty. This city, county, and state shall be rid of negro domination once and forever. You are the sons of noble ancestry.

The Polk County America 250 NC Committee will host a monument dedication ceremony on Saturday, October 25, at 11 a.m. to honor the Patriots who fought in the Revolutionary War Battle of Earle’s Ford ...