On March 17, 1776, the Continental Army under Gen. George Washington forced British troops to evacuate Boston.

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March 17 is officially observed as Evacuation Day in Boston, even though St. Patrick’s Day falls on the same date. Here's the history of the pivotal day in Massachusetts (and American) history.

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The right leaning Demokraatit Party won the most votes in Greenland’s parliamentary elections, a surprise result as the territory went to the polls in the shadow of ...

The 21-gun salute is one of the highest military honors, performed for dignitaries, heads of state and fallen service members ...