Removing a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia revives a 250-year-old American debate.

Nov. 1 marks a pivotal milestone in American history: 225 years ago, the doors of the White House opened to welcome its first residents: President John Adams and first lady Abigail Adams. Back then, ...

As the country observes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Judy Woodruff is starting a new chapter of America at a Crossroads. She’ll explore what it means to be an American, ...

19 facts about George Washington everyone should know, from his battlefield innovations and fear of being buried alive to his unexpected cause of death. He’s on the dollar bill, has America's capital ...

Historians are still learning new information about George Washington's life, but one shred of lore endures: He had a thing ...

NEW YORK -- Scholastic is pulling a new picture book about George Washington and his slaves amid objections it sentimentalizes a brutal part of American history. "A Birthday Cake for George Washington ...