In 1911, the children of Brooklyn took home to read from the Public Library a million and a half books, indicating a strong engagement with library resources.
General Washington rode into Cambridge, Massachusetts, to lead an army of 16,000. He hoped all Distinctions of Colonies would be laid aside so that the same spirit might animate the whole.
Joe Biden's farewell speech: How and when to watch the president's final address to the nation
Biden's farewell address highlights the importance of presidential transitions, continuing the legacy of Washington's emphasis on peaceful power transfer.
Nate Bargatze Wants Your Family to Stop Fighting for an Hour. Maybe Two.
Nate Bargatze's unique comedic approach and performances have provided him a surprising yet amusing connection to George Washington, enhancing his appeal and entertainment value in a divided cultural landscape.
Today in History: December 14, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting
On Dec. 14, 2012, a gunman with a semiautomatic rifle killed 20 first-graders and six educators at Sandy Hook Elementary School, then took his own life as police arrived.