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Gerald Ford’s unique role in American history

Today is the birthday of the late former President, Gerald R. Ford, who went from being a college football star to the White House under the most unusual circumstances.

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The Burr vs. Hamilton duel happened on this day

Today marks the anniversary of the deadly duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. What caused the sitting vice president to duel a Founding Father on the…

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10 fascinating facts about the Liberty Bell

On July 8, 1776, popular legend says the Liberty Bell rang to symbolize America’s independence from Great Britain. But many “facts” about the Bell, such as…

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The Constitution signer who was impeached and expelled

William Blount is one of the lesser-known men who signed the Constitution, but one of the most controversial, since he put a key part of the founding document to…

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Six big takeaways from this historic Supreme Court term

The Supreme Court wrapped up a historic term this week, one that will be defined largely by unprecedented constitutional issues involving former President Donald…

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