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Gordon S. Wood, influential scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92

Gordon S. Wood, influential scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S

Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dead at 92

Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dead at 92

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S

Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92 after being hit by a car

Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92 after being hit by a car

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S

The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' and Its Enduring Influence on American Culture

The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' and Its Enduring Influence on American Culture

The 'Battle Hymn of the Republic,' written by Julia Ward Howe in 1861, has become a significant part of American patriotic culture. Originally published in The Atlantic in 1862, the hymn was inspired by the Civil War and the abolitionist movement. It quickly gained popularity as a rallying cry for the Union cause. The song's powerful lyrics and melody have allowed it to transcend its origins, becoming a staple in American patriotic observances. Over time, the hymn has been used in various contexts, from labor movements to civil rights, and remains a symbol of American resilience and unity.

Smithsonian Castle Opens Special Exhibit for America's 250th Birthday Celebration

Smithsonian Castle Opens Special Exhibit for America's 250th Birthday Celebration

The Smithsonian Castle in Washington D.C. has opened its doors to the public with a special exhibit commemorating the 250th birthday of the United States. This exhibit is part of a broader initiative to celebrate the nation's history and cultural heritage. The Smithsonian Castle, a historic building itself, serves as a fitting venue for this exhibit, which aims to engage visitors with a rich display of artifacts and narratives that highlight significant moments in American history. The exhibit is expected to draw visitors from across the country, offering them a unique opportunity to reflect on the nation's past and its journey over the centuries.

Why Bonnaroo 2026 Needs a Villain, a Hero, and a Twist

Why Bonnaroo 2026 Needs a Villain, a Hero, and a Twist

To break free from predictable lineups, music festivals like Bonnaroo should build their next roster like a great story with a hero, a villain, and a twist.

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Broadway's George M. Cohan Celebrated for His Impact on American Theater

Broadway's George M. Cohan Celebrated for His Impact on American Theater

Broadway's George M. Cohan Celebrated for His Impact on American Theater

These houses of worship are older than America. How they outlasted wars, schisms and lawsuits

These houses of worship are older than America. How they outlasted wars, schisms and lawsuits

Four houses of worship in southern New England are examples of the estimated 1% of congregations in the U.S. that have endured since the nation’s founding in 1776

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S. Wood dies at 92

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S. Wood dies at 92

Gordon Wood studied how the American Revolution was "the most radical and far-reaching event" in American history.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration Immigration Policy Affecting 39 Countries

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration Immigration Policy Affecting 39 Countries

A federal judge in Rhode Island has invalidated a Trump administration policy that restricted immigrants from 39 countries from receiving decisions on applications for asylum, work permits, green cards, and citizenship. This policy was implemented following a shooting incident involving an Afghan immigrant, which led to expanded travel bans and holds on processing immigration benefit applications. U.S. District Chief Judge John McConnell Jr. criticized the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for adopting policies that left individuals in 'indeterminate legal limbo' and accused the agency of acting beyond its legal authority. The ruling impacts all pending cases at USCIS involving people from the affected countries, not just those included in the lawsuit.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Immigration Freeze Affecting 39 Countries

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Immigration Freeze Affecting 39 Countries

A federal judge in Rhode Island has blocked the Trump administration's policy that froze immigration benefits for noncitizens from 39 countries. The policy, enacted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), halted work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications, attributing the decision to national security concerns following a shooting incident involving an Afghan national. Judge John McConnell ruled that the policy unlawfully targeted immigrants based on their country of origin, violating immigration laws. The ruling allows hundreds of thousands of immigrants with pending applications to resume their processes, ending a period of uncertainty and legal limbo.