Two hundred fifty years ago, events were heading toward a crisis between England and the 13 North American colonies. In December 1773, Boston had held its famous tea party, followed a month later at ...

When modern Americans call themselves patriots, they are evoking a sentiment ... delegates from 12 of the 13 Colonies ...

When modern Americans call themselves patriots, they are evoking a sentiment ... delegates from 12 of the 13 Colonies gathered in the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia.

When modern Americans call themselves patriots, they are evoking a sentiment that is 250 years old. In September 1774, nearly two years before the Declaration of Independence, delegates from 12 of the ...