America’s Navy is more powerful than any other in the world, but that wasn’t always the case. The US Navy was first designated the Continental Navy. Not long after the Revolutionary War ground battles at Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, on… Read More
Halloween is creeping up on us, and for some, costumes and candy aren’t the only things celebrated. Several historical characters, and even Liberty Nation Executive Editor Leesa K. Donner, share their birthday with the spooky holiday. But is that a… Read More
Since the founding of the nation, American laborers have wished for better working conditions and pay – and some were willing to fight for it. Throughout the years, many changes were made in the nature of labor in America –… Read More
Labor unions are organizations designed to protect workers and advocate for better pay and conditions. Today there are many – but that hasn’t always been the case. 1790s – 1800s: Craft Unions Before labor unions, people often worked long hours… Read More
Historians believe the Olympic Games began around 776 BC in Ancient Greece. The games repeated every four years – a period referred to as an Olympiad. From the beginning, the event has represented peace and togetherness, so much so that… Read More
