Continental Army
Coverage of Continental Army in the Nexus archive.
- WILLIAM BENNETT, JOSEPH BENNETT: What the Fourth of July really calls us to do
The article reflects on the Fourth of July as a call to uphold the sacrifices and virtues of the American founders, highlighting George Washington's leadership and the overlooked role of Billy Lee, an enslaved man who served Washington. It emphasizes the nation's imperfect but enduring pursuit of self-governance and equality.
- America belongs to everyone who wants to be free
The article reflects on America's 250th anniversary through the lens of an eighth-generation ancestor who fought in the Revolutionary War, arguing that America remains a land of freedom and opportunity for all. It criticizes the current administration's stance on immigrants but affirms the nation's inclusive ideals. A contrasting opinion expresses disillusionment with the current state of American democracy.
- Today in History: June 14, German troops occupy Paris
On June 14, 1940, German troops occupied Paris during World War II and transported prisoners to Auschwitz. The same day, the Continental Army was established in 1775 and the first 'stars and stripes' American flag design was approved in 1777.