Patriotism

LIFESTYLE 6 days ago

Meet the American who defined a new national identity, Noah Webster, New England patriot armed with the pen

Noah Webster was the patriot armed with a pen. He defined 12,000 new words in the wake of the American Revolution, using language to establish a new national identity.

TRAVEL October 1

Autumn leaf-peeping along New York's Hudson River 'chained' to American independence

George Washington's men hung a 65-ton chain across the Hudson River in New York to protect West Point during the American Revolution. Remnants of the chain can be seen by tourists.

Fox Nation September 27

Fox Nation Patriot Awards moves to New York with tickets now on sale

Fox Nation's sixth annual Patriot Awards will continue the legacy on honoring America's everyday heroes from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts.

LIFESTYLE September 19

On this day in history, September 19, 1796, President George Washington issues his Farewell Address

President George Washington issued his Farewell Address on this day in history, Sept. 19, 1796. He spoke proudly of the new nation but also warned of the dangers of party politics.

LIFESTYLE September 17

On this day in history, September 17, 1937, Abraham Lincoln carving is officially dedicated at Mount Rushmore

The Mount Rushmore carving of Abraham Lincoln, the nation's 16th president, was officially dedicated on this day in history, Sept. 17, 1937, in Keystone, South Dakota.

OPINION September 16

How Clint Eastwood inspired me to write 'Reagan' for Hollywood

I spent many years working on the script to write about Ronald Reagan. But I got some great advice from Clint Eastwood and it was remarkably similar to the president's own views.

LIFESTYLE September 14

On this day in history, September 14, 1814, American 'flag was still there' after attack on Fort McHenry

American Francis Scott Key awoke on the morning of Sept. 14, 1814, to find that "our flag was still there" after horrific 25-hour British naval bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore.

LIFESTYLE September 12

Rare copy of US Constitution found inside old filing cabinet to hit auction block

An original copy of the United States Constitution, signed by Secretary of Congress Charles Thomson, that was discovered in North Carolina will be auctioned off in Asheville.

Remembering 9/11 September 11

Gratitude for 9/11 heroes: Charlie Daniels Patriot Awards honors three-generation family of first responders

The Charlie Daniels Patriot Awards will take place on Sept. 11 to honor American heroes, including a three-generation family of New York City first responders.

LIFESTYLE September 7

Why Americans need more face-to-face civil discussions 'with folks outside their own bubble'

A.J. Jacobs, bestselling author of the new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," reveals why civil discourse is needed more than ever in America, especially in an election year.