William J. Federer is a nationally known speaker, best-selling author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc., a publishing company dedicated to researching America's noble heritage. His "American Minute" radio feature is broadcast daily across America and his "Faith in History" weekly television program airs on the TCT Network nationally. Fifth of eleven children, he grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. William J. Federer graduated from St. Louis University High School, studied at the University of Dallas, and graduated with a degree in Business from St. Louis University. William J. Federer married his wife Susie in 1981 and has worked in real estate, oil & gas, and religious organizations. In addition to serving on numerous advisory boards, Bill is an original signer of the Manhattan Declaration. Bill's first book America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations has sold over a half-million copies. His works have been quoted by authors, politicians, leaders, journalists, teachers, students and in court cases. He is the author of numerous books, speaks across the country and appears as a guest regularly on television and radio.