January 14, 1784 - the Day America Became a Nation
America declared independence in 1776—but it didn’t become legally binding until Congress ratified the Treaty of Paris on January 14, 1784. Here are 7 facts about the little-known “in-between” period and the diplomats who made independence official.
March 3, 1931 - Why “The Star-Spangled Banner” became our national anthem
Veterans Day has a surprising history—from its origins as Armistice Day to the 1954 change that honored all who served. Here are 10 quick facts (including the apostrophe debate) you can share on November 11.
March 4, 1789 - The First Continental Congress
Veterans Day has a surprising history—from its origins as Armistice Day to the 1954 change that honored all who served. Here are 10 quick facts (including the apostrophe debate) you can share on November 11.
March 10 - Harriet Tubman Day
Veterans Day has a surprising history—from its origins as Armistice Day to the 1954 change that honored all who served. Here are 10 quick facts (including the apostrophe debate) you can share on November 11.
March 17, 1776 - Evacuation Day
Veterans Day has a surprising history—from its origins as Armistice Day to the 1954 change that honored all who served. Here are 10 quick facts (including the apostrophe debate) you can share on November 11.
November 11 - Veterans Day
Veterans Day has a surprising history—from its origins as Armistice Day to the 1954 change that honored all who served. Here are 10 quick facts (including the apostrophe debate) you can share on November 11.
December 7 - Pearl Harbor Day
Pearl Harbor wasn’t just a turning point—it was a 90-minute shock that reshaped the entire war. Here are 7 quick facts you probably don’t know, and why December 7 still matters.