On July 4, 1802, amidst the backdrop of a new and aspiring nation, West Point, the esteemed United States Military Academy, officially opened its doors. The event marked a significant milestone in American history. Established under President Thomas Jefferson’s vision, West Point’s inception was…
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In the sweltering heat of June 1776, the Second Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia and decided to change the course of human events. The delegates, representing the thirteen colonies, faced the monumental task of justifying a rebellion that had already sparked skirmishes and ignited…
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On April 27, 1805, one of the most daring and consequential events of the First Barbary War unfolded—the American-led assault on the Tripolitan city of Derna. This audacious expedition, immortalized in the Marine Corps hymn with the phrase “to the shores of Tripoli,” showcased…
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On February 24, 1803, the Supreme Court established its power, shaping the country’s constitutional framework and establishing the principle of judicial review. Marbury v Madison centered around a dispute involving William Marbury, one of the “midnight judges” appointed by outgoing President John Adams in the final…
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