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American Symbols: The White House

America Explained, American Chronicles

The White House is more than just a residence for the President. Explore the building’s remarkable history and learn how it became a symbol of the United...

Building the White House

America Explained

The White House stands as a symbol of freedom, but the story behind its construction reveals some important...

The Election of 1800: Presidential Tie

America Explained, The American Vote

The 1800 Presidential Election, which ended in a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, presented Congress with a dilemma – how to stop a tie from happening...

The Vice President

America Explained, Government Explained

POTUS gets the big house, the fancy cars, and all the attention. But there’s someone in the background who deserves respect. Let’s give it up for the...

Why Did the Colonies Declare Independence?

Things You Didn't Know

In the late 1770s, U.S. patriots banded together to declare independence from Great Britain. But why did they want their independence and what kind of country did they want the United States to...
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