Founding History
In 1776 the Continental Congress approved this important document.
What is The Declaration of Independence
This 2000 historical war epic stars Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a reluctant hero leading a militia during the American Revolution.
What is The Patriot?
This general holds the distinction of being the first President of the United States under the Constitution.
Who is George Washington?
An 1814 battle at Fort McHenry inspired the lyrics to this official U.S. national anthem.
What is "The Star-Spangled Banner"?
On the American flag, these design elements represent the original 13 colonies.
What are the stripes?
This Virginian served as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
In this 1996 alien invasion blockbuster, President Thomas J. Whitmore (played by Bill Pullman) delivers one of the most rousing, patriotic speeches in cinematic history.
What is Independence Day?
In a bizarre historical coincidence, Thomas Jefferson and this fellow Founding Father and president both died on July 4, 1826.
Who is John Adams?
This lawyer and amateur poet penned the words to the national anthem.
Who is Francis Scott Key?
The count of these symbols on the flag increased to 50 after Hawaii gained statehood.
What are the stars?
This number represents the original colonies that revolted against British rule.
What is 13?
In the Rocky franchise, this legendary opponent-turned-friend of Rocky Balboa enters the ring wearing the American flag as boxing trunks.
Who is Apollo Creed?
This Virginian served as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
"The Star-Spangled Banner" was written during this specific conflict between the U.S. and Great Britain.
What is the War of 1812?
On the Great Seal of the United States, this specific color stands for vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
What is blue?
His large, flamboyant signature on the Declaration of Independence made his name a synonym for "signature."
Who is John Hancock?
This actor took flight to protect the skies, portraying the daring pilot Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in the Top Gun films.
Who is Tom Cruise?
Often called the "Second War of Independence," this conflict started during James Madison's presidency in 1812 .
What is the War of 1812?
This artist known as "The Boss," released this famous song Born in the U.S.A. on June 4th, 1984.
Who is Bruce Springsteen?
This cracked symbol of American freedom is housed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What is the Liberty Bell?
This European nation provided the critical military and financial alliance that helped the colonies win the war.
What is France?
This 2014 film tells the real-life story of the code-breaking mathematicians—such as Katherine Johnson—who propelled the American space program forward .
What is Hidden Figures?
Standing at just 5 feet 4 inches and weighing about 100 pounds, he is the shortest U.S. president in history .
Who is James Madison?
Ray Charles sang a soul-stirring rendition of this classic American hymn that was also featured in the 1993 film, The Sandlot.
What is, America the Beautiful?
Chosen in 1782, this bird serves as the primary national emblem of the United States.
What is the bald eagle?