The past don't hold true to the present any longer. Things have changed so much here in the US. So basically history has been erased practically from the majority of American memories. If you don't believe me, try peeking into the public schools and the anti-USA universities! It speaks volumes!
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1898421/posts
Funny you say that, the above thread was posted today.
Our colleges are not teaching!