Peyton Randolph: The forgotten revolutionary president

The first president of the Continental Congress was George Washington’s close friend and Thomas Jefferson’s cousin. So who was…

On this day: Congress officially creates the U.S. Army

To some it seemed like a technicality, but on this day in 1789, President George Washington succeeded in getting the First…

Discover 10 treasures from the Library of Congress

Since its establishment on April 24, 1800, the Library of Congress has grown to become the largest library in the world, with more…

Eight basic facts about the Bill of Rights

Here are eight key facts about this enduring testament to liberty and freedom!