Throughout history, some of the most powerful moments in public speaking happened when leaders abandoned their carefully prepared scripts and spoke from the heart. These spontaneous moments often ...

On the morning of November 19, 1863, approximately 15,000 people descended upon Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to officially dedicate its National Cemetery. Less than five months earlier, Gettysburg’s ...

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How much do you know about America's history? How much do you remember about the men who stood before the country to speak on it? In honor of the country's 250th anniversary, USA TODAY has put ...