In 1776, Thomas Paine, an English-born writer shaped by the anti-monarchism movement, wrote “Common Sense,” a 47-page pamphlet that changed history, by inspiring American colonists to turn their rebellion against their king into an outright revolution. Correspondent Holly Williams visits the English town of Lewes that helped shaped a future Founding Father and separatist. Source … Read more
The peaceful pine forests of Camden, South Carolina, have spent centuries hiding a secret as old as America itself. In August 1780, British and American soldiers clashed there, leading to a terrible defeat for the Continental army. Battlefield archaeologists Jim Legg and Steve Smith have been studying the site for decades, but recently, they made … Read more
After 250 years, a soldier who fought for the birth of the nation has finally been identified and recognized for his service. Bradley Blackburn has more. Source link
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., appeared to compare federal authorities enforcing immigration law to British forces that terrorized the 13 colonies. Her remarks Wednesday came during a debate on a budget resolution, as both sides of the political aisle seek to end the partial Department of Homeland Security … Read more
His scandal is another product of the sexual anarchy bequeathed to us by the 1960s. Source link
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A hefty backdrop sign toppled toward Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Benjamin Franklin reenactor and a woman portraying Betsy Ross on Thursday as the governor unveiled headliners for the “Commonwealth Concert Series” in anticipation of the nation’s semiquincentennial. Shapiro, Franklin and Ross announced five free, star-studded concerts … Read more