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Jun 18
America’s forgotten war started on this day in 1812

America’s forgotten war started on this day in 1812

On June 18, 1812, President James Madison signed a resolution, approved in Congress, declaring war against Great Britain. Over the next two and half years, both sides engaged in bitter contests, and the war ended with much unchanged between the two nations.

Jan 17
Being We The People

Being We The People

This unique project “Being We the People” unites high school students from Afghanistan and America as they document their lives through photography and video.

Jun 18
Constitution Check: How much power do states have to control who gets to vote?

Constitution Check: How much power do states have to control who gets to vote?

Lyle Denniston explains why Congress and the states both came away with something after Monday’s decision about voting qualifications in Arizona.

Jun 17

The Eve of Gettysburg

Historians from the New York Times "Disunion" blog discuss the pivotal battle in honor of its 150th anniversary.

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