Rather than choose to use the force of his command—or implicit threats—Washington chose the path of moral persuasion.

Cook County Democratic slatemakers also endorsed state Rep. Margaret Croke of Chicago for state comptroller spot being ...

As a young officer in the French and Indian War, Washington was involved in a devastating friendly fire incident. Military ...

Arnold Schwarzenegger, former California governor and actor, was the keynoe speaker at a naturalization ceremony at Mount Vernon on July 4.

When George Washington, from Virginia, arrived in Cambridge 250 years ago, one of the first things he did was talk to his Massachusetts soldiers about the need for a unified American effort.

Aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN-73) arrived in Manila on Thursday for a port visit, the first since it departed Japan in June for its first patrol as a forward-deployed ship ...

What Happens Next It remains to be seen how long the George Washington will remain deployed in the South China Sea. It is currently the only U.S. aircraft carrier positioned to help counter China.

In ‘The Fate of the Day,’ Rick Atkinson continues a remarkable trilogy The second volume of the historian’s account of the American Revolution is told with tremendous verve and detail.

The Bergen County Historical Society is planning a new museum at the site of one of Gen. George Washington’s most important retreats.

The Department of Justice is considering whether it can charge local or state election officials who don’t adhere to Trump administration standards on voting security. The Trump administration ...

Elon Musk's call for a third party highlights the need for political alternatives in America.

Fifty-two years ago today, George Harrison scored his second No. 1 on the Hot 100, overtaking a former Beatles bandmate.