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Boyle County is sometimes called the birthplace of Kentucky. The Kentucky Constitution was signed in Danville's Constitution Square. But Boyle County is also rich in American history, specifically as it relates to the Civil War. That's why the Convention &…
The 2016 Democratic National Convention was held in Philadelphia. The city was a particularly important location during the American Revolutionary War, and the Declaration of Independence was signed there in the 18th century. Other landmarks include Independence Hall and the…
Though Americans celebrate July 4 as Independence Day, founding father John Adams thought the country should celebrate independence on July 2. He believed this day was more appropriate because on this day in 1776 the Second Continental Congress passed a…
The city of Yorktown, New York, is dedicating $67,500 to a Revolutionary War memorial, putting it close to its fundraising goal of $225,000. The memorial will depict members of the 1st Rhode Island regiment, who in 1781 defended the town…
Residents of Fort Wayne, Indiana, recently got a glimpse of not only what military action was like during the American Revolution but also daily life. Reenactors in Fort Wayne's Historic Old Fort ran infantry drills, fired cannons, and even engaged…
Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton pledged to propose an amendment that would overturn the Citizens United Supreme Court decision. That 2010 ruling led to increased spending on political campaigns. Clinton said she would also appoint Supreme Court justices who would overturn…
A poll conducted among Americans shows that almost two-thirds of people support stricter gun laws. This increase in support is believed to be caused by high-profile shootings. Most want national laws, instead of state-by-state laws. The US Constitution guarantees the…
Yusra Mardini is just 18 years old. But she has already made history as part of the first refugee team to compete in the Olympic Games. Mardini and her sister had to flee from their home country of Syria last year.…
Cockroaches are known for their ability to squeeze into small spaces. That's why scientists are using technology inspired by cockroach exoskeletons to develop robots. These robots could be used to search disaster areas. The robotic cockroaches would be able to squeeze through small…
Some researchers challenge the old theory of Easter Island's population collapse. They believe that the island's Polynesian inhabitants died from European diseases and slavery, not from starvation and cannibalism. Read more about their theory on Easter Island's population collapse.