The Declaration of Independence is our defining document — and the key to educating savvy citizens

There are many reasons one might come to love one’s country. It first appears in the connection to place, a bond to a physical ...
Time

How the Declaration of Independence Can Still Change the World

Three weeks ago Britain observed the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta, the charter of liberties King John was forced to issue to his barons in 1215. Most contemporary commentaries took the ...
jagranjosh.com

When was Declaration of Independence Signed? Know History, Dates, and Key Figures

America celebrates Independence Day on July 4th every year. This date is etched into the nation’s collective memory as the birth of a new republic. Yet, the answer to “When was Declaration of ...
The Heritage Foundation

Forming the Declaration

The main objectives of the Declaration of Independence were to announce a cause of action and formally justify the Continental Congress’s July 2, 1776, decision to separate from Great Britain. The ...
Orlando Sentinel

Declaration of Independence was a leap of faith | Commentary

On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independvlence was adopted by the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia, Pa. With one voice, the 56 representatives from 13 olonies announced to the ...
The Heritage Foundation

The Declaration of Independence

It's that time of year when we celebrate our Declaration of Independence. On this episode, we play an interview featuring well-known historian, scholar, and Heritage fellow Dr. Allen Guelzo. It ...
philstar.com

BOC revives manual customs declaration form

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is moving to revive the use of the manual customs baggage declaration form for all incoming international passengers arriving at the Ninoy Aquino ...