How Ancient Roman and Greek Politics Shaped the Birth of the United States

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The Revolutionary Idea Behind America's Independence

On this episode of Our American Stories, The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution can both be read in just a few minutes, but together they transformed the course of history. Dr. Larry P. Arnn explains why America's founding documents were unlike anything the world ha ...  Show more

From Sandlots to Super Bowls: The Birth of the NFL

On this episode of Our American Stories, a century ago, professional football was a gamble few people believed would pay off. Players worked factory jobs during the week and battered one another on dirt fields on the weekend. Teams appeared and disappeared, crowds were small, and ...  Show more

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