In the United States, Frederick Jackson Turner predicted, each geographical region "will find its place as a fit room in a worthy house." Turner — the chronicler of the "closing of the frontier" and a ...

The film showcases Freedomland, an entertainment park in the Bronx, New York, that recreates 200 years of American history. It features attractions that depict significant events and modes of travel ...

Here are recommended reads about the United States — perfect for the history buff on your gift list, or anyone looking to learn more about how the U.S got to where it is today.

Editor's note: In this presidential year, this is the first of four pieces by Greenwich's Lewis E. Lehrman that will look at notable presidential elections from our history. "What an effort, my dear ...