Meet the American who led 77 Minutemen against 700 Redcoats at Battle of Lexington: Captain John Parker

Captain John Parker, 46, was crippled by tuberculosis when he led 77 volunteers against 700 British regulars in the Battle of Lexington, igniting the American Revolution.

Celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan serves culinary harmony in Nashville with 'turducken of desserts'

Celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan blends southern culinary traditions with the spice, aroma and flavor of her native India at Chauhan Ale & Masala House in Nashville, Tennessee.

On this day in history, April 6, 1917, US enters World War I as Congress votes to declare war on Germany

The United States entered World War I after repeated threats from Germany with a declaration of war by Congress on this day in history, April 6, 1917.

Little Miss BBQ is the boss: Phoenix hotspot serves world-class 'cue with southwestern style

Little Miss BBQ is a celebrated casual-dining hotspot in Phoenix, Arizona. It's most famous dish is a giant sandiwich called El Jefe, "The Boss" in Spanish.

On this day in history, April 7, 1963, Jack Nicklaus wins first of record six Masters Tournaments

Jack Nicklaus, widely regarded as the greatest player in golf history, won the first of his record six Masters Tournament titles on this day in history, April 7, 1963.

Baseball fans are drawn to NYC housing project built over fabled sports palace the Polo Grounds

The Polo Grounds was a fabled sports arena in Manhattan, most notably home of baseball's New York Giants. Its footprint in a NYC housing project still draws fans.

American Culture Quiz: From bald eagles to bold Oscar snubs, how high does your knowledge soar?

Try your hand at the latest American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital. Here are questions on history, pop culture and more — including the bald eagle and brazen Oscar snubs.

Buffalo, New York celebrates solar eclipse with sunny mustard 'totality wings'

"Wing King" Drew Cerza of Buffalo, New York, created a new wing sauce to celebrate the total eclipse over the city and raise money for a charity founded by NFL legend Jim Kelly.

On this day in history, April 9, 1963, Sir Winston Churchill declared honorary US citizen: 'Steadfast friend'

British Prime Minster Sir Winston Churchill, one of the towering figures in western history, was declared an honorary US citizen on this day in history, April 9, 1963.

Raise 500-pound pumpkins in your backyard: 5 tips from America's world-record gourd grower

Travis Gienger of Minnesota offers 5 tips this spring for growing giant 500-pound backyard pumpkins by fall. Gienger grew the largest pumpkin ever recorded, a 2,749-pound goliath, in 2023.

On this day in history, April 10, 1970, Paul McCartney confirms Beatles break-up to global press

Months of rumors about the Beatles' breakup were confirmed in information released to global press by Paul McCartney on this day in history, April 10, 1970.

Ohio's Sherman House Museum displays humanity, artistry of fearsome Civil War general

Gen. William T. Sherman, mythic figure in American history, was born in Lancaster, Ohio in 1820. His birthplace, the Sherman House Museum, opens for the season April 10, 2024.

On this day in history, April 11, 1945, US troops enter Buchenwald concentration camp, confront Nazi horrors

US Army forces under the command of Gen. George Patton liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in Weimar, Germany, on this day in history, April 11, 1945.

On this day in history, April 12, 1954, Bill Haley records 'Rock Around the Clock,' rock's first No. 1 hit

Bill Haley and His Comets recorded "(We're Gonna) Rock Around the Clock" in New York City on this day in history, April 12, 1954. It became rock 'n' roll's first hit.

Meet the American who made prescriptions safer, Deborah Adler, inspired by Holocaust survivor grandma

Deborah Adler of New York has achieved acclaim in industry and art for her prescription bottle designs and labeling program that have helped to prevent thousands of deaths each year.

On this day in history, April 13, 1997, Tiger Woods, 21, dominates Masters with record 12-stroke win

Tiger Woods, 21, and a golf prodigy since he was a toddler, dominated the 1997 Masters Tournament with a 12-stroke win on this day in history, April 13, 1997.

Candy tours of America: 5 delectable destinations for sweet family memories

Five destinations around the U.S. offer explorations of the world of candy while making sweet family memories, from Jelly Belly in California to world's largest candy store in Ohio.

Tamales are hot today, yet savory wraps are as old as civilization

Tamales are surging in popularity, with digital visibility up 47% last year and sold in 34,000 U.S. restaurants. Tamales are actually one of the oldest known prepared foods.

American Culture Quiz: How well do you know ‘Modern Family,’ the modern military and more?

Try your hand at this newest American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital. Here are questions on history, heritage and more — including the TV show "Modern Family" and the American military.

American diner lingo existed in patriotic era when 'Burn the British!' meant toasted English muffin

Diner lingo was an organic language that sprouted up in American diners, mostly in the Northeast, in the early 20th century. Comedic and risque, some of these phrases still used today.

Perfect pie crust today includes lard, which has returned to glory after years of bad publicity

Lard, essential to the human diet for centuries, suffered a wave of bad publicity in recent decades. It's enjoying a sudden rebirth, thanks in large part to pie makers.

On this day in history, April 17, 1970, Apollo 13 astronauts return alive, defy odds after space explosion

The three astronauts on board the Apollo 13 mission safely returned to Earth after an explosion in space threatened their lives on this day in history, April 17, 1970.

Springtime travel: 5 flower gardens across 5 time zones showcasing American beauty

Here's a tour of five of the America's most spectacular springtime botanical gardens across five different time zones, from the Florida coast to the mountains of Hawaii.

Columbia's former president Dwight Eisenhower warned the world would forget WWII horrors against Jews

Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, four-star general, spent 5 years as president of Columbia University, 1948-1953. Yet many appear to have forgotten his WWII-era warnings about rampant antisemitism.

Meet the American who never flinched in the fight for independence, Abigail Adams

Abigail Adams proved a peerless patriot in the American Revolution with "a spirit that will not be conquered" while championing rights for women in the new nation.

American Revolution began 249 years ago: Here are 5 overlooked tourist sites on fight for independence

National parks and battlefields tell the sweeping history of the American Revolution. But the full story of independence includes these 5 unusual or forgotten sites.

American Culture Quiz: From pop performers to popular pups, how well do you know our nation?

The American Culture Quiz tests readers each week on their knowledge of U.S. heritage, history, culture and people. This week's test includes everything from pop music to popular pups.

Israel's favorite comfort food, shakshuka, is a hot taste trend rich in tradition, global influences

Shakshuka is the "heart of Israeli culture," Israel-American chef Avi Shemtov told Fox News Digital. Shakshuka is a savory tomato stew popular in both Israel and the United States.

'Standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona' is one American community's route to revival

Winslow, Arizona achieved fame through The Eagles' hit song "Take It Easy." Downtown Winslow "died" due to the interstate in 1979 but has leaned on the famous song for new life.

On this day in history, April 25, 1990, Hubble Space Telescope placed in orbit by Space Shuttle Discovery

The Hubble Space Telescope, proclaimed by NASA to be the most significant advance in astronomy since Galileo, was placed in orbit on this day in history, April 25, 1990.

Meet the American who invented the gas-powered tractor, entrepreneur John Froelich, helped feed the world

John Froelich, the oldest son of German immigrants, was born in Iowa in 1849. The grain mill operator tinkered away on a gasoline traction, the tractor, that changed global agriculture.

On this day in history, April 27, 1805, US Marines attack shores of Tripoli, key victory in Barbary Wars

The United States Marines Corps proved its resolve by leading a mercenary force on an incredible attack on Tripoli during the Barbary Wars on this day in history, April 27, 1805.

Travel hotspots include 5 quirky museums celebrating barbershops, mustards, spuds, Spam and superheroes

Here's a look at five niche and boutique museums around the nation that chronicle the minutiae of American life, from favorite foods to pop culture superheroes.

On this day in history, April 28, 1967, Muhammad Ali refuses to serve military at height of Vietnam War

Heavyweight boxing champ Muhammad Ali refused to join the United States military at the height of the Vietnam War on this day in history, April 28, 1967.

American Culture Quiz: Test your command of classic Hollywood, Kentucky horses and more

This week's American Culture Quiz tests readers' knowledge of the Kentucky Derby, U.S. gems and geography, and Hollywood and presidential history. See how well you do!

'Seinfeld' set stage for sitcom gold in NYC diner, tourists still flock to eateries that played a part

Celebrated sitcom "Seinfeld" was famously set in a fictional New York City diner called Monk's Cafe. Two real diners are now tourist attractions for their role in TV lore.

Alcohol-free beer is booming: 5 brands and 3 reasons behind the no-buzz buzz

Non-alcoholic beers are one of the lone bright spots in an industry suffering stagnant growth recent years. Here are five beers, plus three major trends, driving the trend.

On this day in history, May 1, 1931, Empire State Building opens during Great Depression

The Empire State Building, the world's tallest skyscraper at the time and perhaps still the most famous in the world, opened on this day in history, May 1, 1931.

John and Annie Glenn Museum houses roots of life, and love, that reached for the stars

The John and Annie Glenn Museum opens to the public for the 2024 season on Wednesday, May 1. It traces the formative years of astronaut John Glenn and his wife.

On this day in history, May 2, 1611, King James Bible published, helped fuel revolution in American colonies

The King James Version of the Bible, the most popular book in the English language, was published according to scholarly estimate on this day in history, May 2, 1611.

Mochi donuts are colorful, whimsical, Instagrammable: Japanese-American sweet treat trending in US

Mochi donuts, a fusion of Japanese and American culinary traditions, are colorful, whimsical, Instagrammable and surging in popularity in the United States.

On this day in history, May 3, 1937, Margaret Mitchell's Civil War saga 'Gone with the Wind' wins Pulitzer

Margaret Mitchell earned a Pulitzer Prize in Novels for her Civil War epic "Gone with the Wind" on this day in history, May 3, 1937. She died tragically at age 48.

Meet the American who created the Kentucky Derby, Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr., born of pioneers

The Kentucky Derby debuted in 1875, the horse race a vision of Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr., grandson of American explorer William Clark in hopes of reviving commonwealth's economy.

Mexican beer the most popular in US: Cinco de Mayo will fiesta to the flavor of these cinco cervezas

Modelo Especial, brewed in Mexico, is the top-selling beer in the United States following years of growth and in the wake of the Bud Light Dylan Mulvaney disaster.

American veterans who commit suicide are 95% male, crisis often driven by family disputes, say experts

Veterans who commit suicide are 95% male and the crisis is often driven by marital disputes and a resulting inabiilty to see their children on a regular basis, experts and advocates said.