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The history of the United States is filled with
exciting stories, battles, and debates. While the words of the Declaration of
Independence and Constitution serve as our guidelines, the spirit of the
American people brings these words to life.
Declaration of Independence.
The Declaration of Independence was signed by the Second Continental Congress
on July 4, 1776. To learn more and read the text of the Declaration of
Independence, click here.
Constitution of the United
States. Written in Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
during the summer months of 1787, the Constitution is a revision of our country's
Articles of Confederation. It lays the foundation for the structure of our
government and American laws as we know them today. To learn more and read the
text of the Constitution, click here.
Bill of Rights. The first ten amendments to the Constitution are more
commonly referred to as the Bill of Rights. To learn more and read the text of
the Bill of Rights, click here.
Charters of Freedom. The National Archives offers Internet users with
online exhibits detailing the most significant documents and events in American
history. To go to the Charters of Freedom online exhibit, click here.
Symbols and Celebrations. From the Star Spangled Banner to the American
Flag to the Fourth of July, the spirit of the American people can be seen
through an array of symbols and celebrations. To read more about these
important symbols and wonderful celebrations, click here.
Information about the 50 States and U.S. Territories. The United States is comprised of 50 states, many
territories, and the District of
Columbia. To read about the 50 states, click here.
To learn about the many U.S.
territories, click here.
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