Origins, development, and spread
The European roots of the United States originate with the English and Spanish settlers of colonial North America during British See more

Although the United States has no official language at the federal level, 28 states have passed legislation making English the official language, and it is considered to be the de facto national language. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, more than 97% of … See more

Architecture
Architecture in the United States is regionally diverse and has been shaped by many external forces. U.S. architecture can therefore be said … See more

Science and technology
There is a regard for scientific advancement and technological innovation in American culture, resulting in the creation of many … See more

Semi-distinct cultural regions of the United States include New England, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the Midwest, the Southwest, and the West—an area that can be further … See more

Cuisine
The cuisine of the United States is extremely diverse, owing to the vastness of the country, the relatively large population (1⁄3 of a … See more

LGBT rights in the United States are comparatively advanced by world standards.
Government
Law enforcement and crime
There are about 18,000 U.S. police agencies from local … See more