In the series "USA to Z," "CBS Mornings" breaks down the history of Uncle Sam and who inspired the national icon.

On Wednesday, less than two weeks before the mixed martial arts event takes place on Donald Trump’s 80th birthday, the White ...

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Who’s your Uncle Sam? On Sept. 13, the U.S. recognizes Uncle Sam Day to commemorate Sam Wilson, the man behind the iconic image and fascinating nickname for the United States government who was born ...

If you’re driving through Danbury, Connecticut, don’t be surprised if a 38-foot-tall man in red, white, and blue catches your eye. He’s not directing traffic or selling hot dogs. He’s fiberglass, for ...

The origin of American national icon Uncle Sam is more mysterious than one might believe. There were theories about the origin of the name as a personification of the U.S. government as early as 1816.

As millions of Americans celebrate our nation’s independence on July 4, many no doubt will lament the choice between a septuagenarian and an octogenarian in the upcoming election. Perhaps they can ...

The lineage of Uncle Sam, benign personification of the nation, was again raised last week. Was this lean Yankee character in beaver hat and striped trousers who reflects the emotions of 123,000,000 ...