Latest "war of 1812" stories

Preservation group seeks nominations for report on endangered historic American battlefields

“Too often the threats to our priceless historical treasures go unnoticed,” said Trust President James Lighthizer. “This report is a rallying cry to the nation, a powerful reminder that our most hallowed ground may still be in imminent danger.”

By Dylan Gresik

3 years ago

Stars and Stripes and strife: Americans’ especially close relationship with their flag

From the Revolution to the present conflict in Iraq, use of the flag has progressed from primarily a naval emblem rarely flown by patriotic citizens to a widely revered national symbol.

4 years ago