While the Fourth of July may mark the birth of our nation, September 17, the date of the signing of the U.S. Constitution that occurred right here in Philadelphia, is the birthday of our government.

The United States Constitution is America’s most fundamental ... Reading commentary on a particular clause requires the reader to click the icon that immediately follows the clause of interest.

Constitution's victories gave the American people a tremendous boost to morale, and raised the United States to the rank ... her position as an American icon, she returned to her home port of ...