The Story of America

Start your education here: Hillsdale College is celebrating America's 250th Anniversary. We are honored to bring you this new video series, "The Story of America," in partnership with the White House. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion of learning is essential to the perpetuity of these blessings.” It pursues the stated object of the founders: “to furnish all persons who wish, irrespective of nation, color, or sex, a literary, scientific, [and] theological education” outstanding amon

Episode 1: Wilfred McClay explains “the shot heard round the world” that started the American Revolution 250 years ago today. Hillsdale College celebrates America's 250th anniversary with “The Story of America,” a video series produced in partnership with the White House, celebrating the people, ideas, and events that have come to define America. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion of learning is essential to the perpetuity of these blessings.” It pursues the stated object of the foun

Episode 2: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth discusses the birth of the US Army. 250 years ago, patriots answered the call of liberty against nearly insurmountable odds. Hillsdale College is celebrating America's 250th with “The Story of America,” a video series produced in partnership with the White House, celebrating the people, ideas, and events that have come to define America. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion of learning is essential to the perpetuity of these blessings.” It p

Episode 3: Walter Borneman tells the story of how the American defeat at Bunker Hill lifted the spirits of revolutionaries who realized they could hold their own against the British. Hillsdale College is celebrating America's 250th with “The Story of America,” a video series produced in partnership with the White House, celebrating the people, ideas, and events that have come to define America. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion of learning is essential to the perpetuity of these ble

Start your education here: Episode 4: Larry Arnn explains the structure and meaning of the Declaration of Independence. Two hundred forty-nine years ago, the American Founders made a pledge to each other. What did they promise, and why? Hillsdale College is celebrating America's 250th with “The Story of America,” a video series produced in partnership with the White House, celebrating the people, ideas, and events that have come to define America. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believing that the diffusion o

In the new episode of “The Story of America,” Lee Habeeb of “Our American Stories” tells the tale of John Adams. Adams didn’t command the Continental Army. He nominated the man who did. He didn’t write the Declaration of Independence. He gave out the assignment. He was too blunt to be an effective legislator. He was never a soldier. But he was always a fighter for his country. Visit for more. Hillsdale College is celebrating America's 250th with “The Story of America,” a video series produced in partnership with the White House, celebrating the people, ideas, and events that have come to define America. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning

Step back into 1776, where ritual and rebellion collide. Within the grand halls of Westminster, King George III issues his call to arms — a desperate attempt to hold together a crumbling empire. Through vivid storytelling, United States Senator Mike Lee brings to life the tension between imperial pomp and colonial defiance, as the echoes of Black Rod’s staff give way to the thunder of revolution. This is more than history — it’s the story of how a king’s proclamation met its match in the cry for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Watch now and experience the dramatic turning point that forever reshaped the modern world. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent inst

Join Brian Kilmeade for the newest episode of the America 250 series as he dives into one of the most fascinating — and secretive — stories of the American Revolution: the Culper Spy Ring. Discover how a small group of ordinary patriots risked everything to gather intelligence for George Washington, outsmart the British, and help secure America’s independence. Their courage, cunning, and creativity changed the course of history — and their story still inspires today. Watch the series so far! ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: hillsdale-college Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from

In this next video in our series in collaboration with The White House and the U.S. Department of Education, John Phelan, The Secretary of the Navy, dives into the Naval Act of 1794, the pivotal moment that gave rise to the United States Navy. Discover how this act—passed amid international challenges—set the course for America’s maritime strength and independence. Watch to explore how six original frigates laid the foundation for over two centuries of naval excellence. ------------------------------ Support Hillsdale College: Visit our website: Learn from our online courses: Read Imprimis: Undergraduate programs: Graduate School of Statesmanship: Graduate School of Government: Graduate School of Education: Listen to the Hillsdale College Podcast Network: ------------------------------ Hillsdale College is an independent institution of higher learning founded in 1844 by men and women “grateful to God for the inestimable blessings” resulting from civil and religious liberty and “believi