Those first stamps made it easier than ever to communicate, but early on people weren't quite sure how to use them.

British-born Thomas Paine helped inspire the 13 English colonies to declare independence and form the United States of ...

This Saturday, Jan. 17, marks Benjamin Franklin’s birthday — his 320th, as a matter of fact! He was born in Boston in 1706 ...

This is a new series looking at historical figures from Michael R. McGough of Pennsylvania. The series will help celebrate ...

The city, founded 227 years ago, is finally getting a statue of founding father Benjamin Franklin. In celebration of his ...

Inside Washington and Lee University lies a treasured letter from the founding father himself, expressing his deep commitment to education and the arts. (Washington and Lee University) Patchwork 250 ...

The Founders’ attitude toward immigration and citizenship was enunciated best by the first president of the United States, George Washington.

George’s marriage to Martha Dandridge Custis in 1759 was a loving and supportive union that lasted 41 years. He was an active source of guidance and support for Martha’s two children. In 1761, the ...

The first president pitched the republic’s voice toward ordinary people rather than rival powers. He spoke of “inhabitants,” not foreign enemies. He treated restraint – not self-justifying ...

The image is so familiar that it often goes unnoticed: the powdered hair, the ruffled shirt, the stoic smile. George Washington’s rendering on the $1 bill may be the most widely distributed portrait ...