On this day in history, September 3, 1777, 'Stars and Stripes' flies in battle for first time
For the first time, our nation's American flag was flown in battle, on this day in history, Sept. 3, 1777, during a ...
Could YOU pass a citizenship test?
Immigrants seeking to become United States citizens have to show a working knowledge of the nation’s history and how the ...
Work has begun on an inauguration stage at the Capitol. The last one became part of Jan. 6 attack
Preparations for the last inauguration became an integral part of the violence that unfolded at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, ...
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Presidential history: US presidents under the Articles of Confederation
From 1781 to 1789, the Articles formed an alliance among the 13 founding states ... the colonies under one government as far ...
On this day in history, September 14, 1814, American 'flag was still there' after attack on Fort McHenry
American Francis Scott Key awoke on the morning of Sept. 14, 1814, to find that "our flag was still there" after horrific ...
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What Is Federalism?
The “13 colonies” of the original American revolution were separate colonies, with separate governments. The United States is ...
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With immigration and civics both hot topic this election cycle, Could YOU pass a citizenship test?
Immigrants seeking to become United States citizens have to show a working ... What do the stripes on the U.S. flag stand for ...
Illinois state flag redesign contest opens Sept. 3
The Illinois Flag Commission will accept submissions for a new state flag design Sept. 3 through Oct. 18, Secretary of State ...
Why are US flags at half-staff today? Remembering 9/11 on Patriot Day
United States flags are flying at half-staff Wednesday in honor of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance coinciding with 9/11.
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Governor orders flags lowered Friday for late senator, slain deputy
Gov. Eric Holcomb is directing the flags in Lake and Newton counties be lowered to half-staff Friday to honor two community ...
SS United States Conservancy accuses landlord of extortion; court orders mediation
SS United States Conservancy files lawsuit accusing landlord of extortion. Court orders mediation to delay eviction of ...
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Could YOU pass a US citizenship test?
Immigrants seeking to become United States citizens have to show a working knowledge of the nation’s history and how the federal government functions. And they don’t get multiple choices. Could YOU ...