Many Charlestonians have at least a passing knowledge of Gen. William Moultrie, hero of the American Revolution. Yet few know ...

Samuel F.B. Morse created instantaneous long-distance communication, and in his creation, also rewired the logic of military power.

Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson and Maayan Schechter are back at the Capitol reporting what you need to know when lawmakers are in Columbia. They'll post news, important schedules, photos/videos ...

The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women ...

On February 25, 1776, plans for a capture of Boston are nearly finalized. Still struggling with supplies, Washington writes to Major General Philip Schuyler in New York, saying, “I have adopted every ...

As American batteries opened up on British positions in and around Boston to cloak the long file of Continental troops in “blue and buff” greatcoats or other hues, they lugged timber and cannons as ...

The Trump Organization filed trademark applications related to the nation's 250th anniversary this year.

Historians say a White House prayer anthology and 250th anniversary events promote a Christian-centric view of US history.

Maryland will celebrate the 122nd birthday of its official state flag Monday at a time when its symbols have become a political flashpoint, divided between those who see the flag as a proud cultural ...

The gunboat sank during the Revolutionary War and wasn't found for 159 years. The Smithsonian is sprucing it up for America's 250th birthday.

So, Association president Tracy Austin is quoted as saying that she has “asked Evanston City Council for help.” Alden says that two alders, Bobby Burns (5th) and Clare Kelly (1st) have suggested that ...

As the U.S. celebrates the anniversary of its founding with America250, here’s a roundup of how Franklin County ...