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How the Declaration of Independence Was Printed—and Protected
Discover the miraculous survival story of the Declaration of Independence—from its chaotic 1776 printing to surviving wars, fires, and Fort Knox.
8 Great Strides for Freedom in U.S. History
Explore 8 historic strides for freedom in U.S. history, from the Bill of Rights to modern civil rights, and discover how the American experiment evolved.
Caesar Who? The Founding Father You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Discover the untold story of Caesar Rodney, the forgotten Founding Father whose dramatic 80-mile midnight ride in 1776 secured American independence.
The Declaration of Independence Was Also a List of Grievances
Explore how the 27 grievances in the Declaration of Independence served as a legal indictment against King George III to secure America’s freedom.