American independence was the byproduct of a global coalition. Washington was a master coordinator, but it was the vital muscle of French fleets and the strategic pressure of Spanish campaigns that broke the back of the British Empire.

Did George Washington win US Independence alone? Hidden role of France and Spain

Presidents Day was originally established to honour the first president, George Washington’s legacy. Over time, it came to recognise other US presidents as well. The holiday is observed on the third Monday of February as a federal holiday.

Presidents Day 2026: What it is, when it falls, and what’s open or closed

World: Celebrate Presidents' Day on February 17, a federal holiday commemorating the legacies of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, two pivotal figures in US history.

What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2025: What you should know

For starters, the history of all US presidents to date can be broadly classified into seven categories; starting right from George Washington belonging to the founding era to modern era President Joe Biden.

US presidential elections 2024: From Washington to Biden, brief history of US presidents

The United States Navy has decided to assign a squadron of fifth generation F-35 fighter-bombers to the USS George Washington aircraft carrier, stationed in Japan. Watch in for more details!

US to deploy F-35 squadron to Japan for new carrier George Washington

Archaeologists made a significant discovery, earlier this week, at the first United States President George Washington’s home at Mount Vernon. They unearthed two glass jars while excavating the cellar, which holds 250-year-old preserved cherries.

Archaeologists find bottles of 250-year-old cherries under George Washington’s home in Mount Vernon

Using new DNA technologies, scientists have identified the historical remains of American Founding Father George Washington's family. The fragmentary bones from Harewood family cemetery in West Virginia belong to George Washington's grandnephews, Samuel Walter Washington and George Steptoe Washington Jr.

Scientists identify remains of George Washington's family members, using advanced DNA technology

February 25 in history: Muhammad Ali becomes heavyweight champion, and more

Jan 4 in History: From first US president to Facebook's launch and more

The United States is still battling the coronavirus crisis, whose end is nowhere near, and the massive protests across the country have further jolted the country.

Three Georges America can possibly never forget

May 7 in history: First inaugural ball for George Washington and much more

Lead House impeachment manager Adam Schiff called dramatically for the Senate to remove President Donald Trump from office Thursday, saying the US leader cannot be trusted to put the country's interests ahead of his own.

Donald Trump 'should be removed': Adam Schiff

It will be Trump's first hosting of a state visit since he took power in January 2017

Trump, Macron to face differences on Iran, trade as French visit begins