Archive - Proud to be an American, by Tara Ross

TDIH: The Female Paul Revere

She rode more than twice as far as Revere did—and through rockier roads and more sparsely settled country.

14 hrs ago •

TDIH: Operation Eagle Claw

A day to remember our nation’s many, remarkable heroes—and the families who’ve supported them.

Apr 24 •

TDIH: Fire at Notre Dame

“If it were all gone, I should not give up,” the University's founder resolved.

Apr 23 •

Medal of Honor Monday: Ernest Childers

He accomplished his feat, despite a broken foot.

Apr 22 •

Presidential Trivia Answers (April 19 & 20)

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Apr 20 •

Presidential Trivia (April 19 & 20)

Answers will be posted tomorrow!

Apr 19 •

TDIH: The Shot Heard Round the World

No one knows who fired first. Some British officers were certain it was a provincial hidden behind a hedge. Others thought it came from a nearby tavern…

Apr 19 •

TDIH: Paul Revere's Ride

He did not really yell “the British are coming!” as he rode. But he did accomplish one important goal: He warned Samuel Adams and John Hancock that…

Apr 18 •

TDIH: Benjamin Franklin

Do you know about this American icon's humble beginnings?

Apr 17 •

TDIH: Last Battle of the Revolution

The last combat action of the Revolution was in Arkansas?

Apr 16 •

Medal of Honor Monday: Jason Dunham

“I want to be sure you go home to your wife alive,” he told a fellow Marine.

Apr 15 •

Presidential Trivia Answers

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Apr 13 •

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