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In mid-October 1824, a sixty-seven-year-old French visitor arrived in Richmond, Virginia. He had been in the United States since August 15, responding to an invitation initiated by President James Monroe and formalized by a joint resolution of Congress which read, in...
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On April 28, 2026, Britain’s King Charles III visited the United States to join in the 250 th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence which separated 13 North American colonies from the British Empire. By all accounts his visit was a resounding success as he...
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New Year resolutions are nearly as old as recorded history, harkening back to the ancient Babylonians more than 4000 years ago. What has changed is the date of the new year itself. In those earlier times, the spring planting season was considered the beginning of...
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After nearly eight years of service as Commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, General George Washington resigned his commission at a ceremony at the Maryland State House in Annapolis where the Continental Congress was meeting. Following a farewell dinner...
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George Washington is often called the “Father of our country.” James Madison earned the title of “Father of the Constitution.” But is there such a person as the “First Founder?” Is there someone who could actually deserve to be called the “First Founder”...
