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"Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness" United States of America 250 Years 1776-2026 The Declaration of Independence - July 4, 1776.
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Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Lyric Video) - with video
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Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Lyric Video)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
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United States Navy Band - Members of the Sea Chanters chorus sing the sea chanty "Roll the Old Chariot" at the Navy Birthday Concert in 2024.
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Roll the Old Chariot #seashanty #america250
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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Qn3ppVQQRVY
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Sail Boston - July 11-16 2026 - Boston is an official port of Sail250Âź, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States.
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Sail BostonÂź 2026 | The Tall Ships Return to Boston
The Tall Ships Return to Boston Harbor for Sail Boston, offering an unforgettable experience and a world-class maritime celebration.
https://www.sailboston.com/
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This year we mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of our country. Let us not forget, or excuse, what happened only five years ago.
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As they say in French, "Plus ça change, plus câest la mĂȘme chose" - The more things change, the more it's the same thing. Know history, know the present.
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Tell us: As the U.S. prepares to observe its 250th anniversary, what does being an American mean to you right now?
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Learn about Col. Henry Knox:
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George Mason (1725-1792): "He was ahead of his time in opposing slavery and in rejecting the constitutional compromise that perpetuated it."
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Happy Thanksgiving!đŠ Let us proclaim George Washington as the Father of Thanksgiving!
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Thanksgiving
Since the settlement of the colonies, Americans were familiar with setting aside days of thanksgiving?
https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/thanksgiving
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A fun website produced by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism for the 25Oth anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
massachusetts250.org
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MA250 - A History of Possibility
Massachusetts is a state of firsts. The first shot of the American Revolution. âšThe first public school, park, and library. The first state constitution. Weâve always been at the forefront of America ...
https://massachusetts250.org/
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This day in the Revolutionary War - November 20, 1776 - British victory - Lieutenant General Charles Cornwallis captured Fort Lee in New Jersey, removing the Continental Armyâs defenses along the Lower Hudson River.
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Fort Lee
Gen. William Howe ordered Lt. Gen. Charles Cornwallis to capture Fort Lee removing the Continental Armyâs defenses along the Lower Hudson River. On...
https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/fort-lee
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Are you watching? This is a beautiful and challenging narrative of our origin story with stunning and evocative imagery.
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The American Revolution | All Episodes Now Streaming | Ken Burns | PBS
Thirteen colonies unite in rebellion, win their independence, and found the United States. Stream the full documentary from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt.
https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/the-american-revolution
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đșđž SEMPER FI đȘ Honoring 250 years of the U.S. Marine Corps through stamps that tell a story of bravery and legacy. đ Book Pairing: The United States Marines: A History â Edwin Howard Simmons Every stamp tells a story of valor and honor â a legacy forever stamped in time.
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This day in the Revolutionary War - The Americans captured Montreal on November 13, 1775. This was part of an effort to rally French-Canadian support against the British which ultimately failed at the Battle of Quebec on December 31.
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Quebec
The Battle of Quebec occurred as part of a failed American attempt to invade Canada and rally French-Canadian support for the Patriot movement against the...
https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/quebec
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Today we honor the men and women who have served our country in the military. Here's the timeline on the history of Veterans Day from the official website of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
department.va.gov/veterans-day...
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History of Veterans Day - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
History of Veterans Day
https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day/
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Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps!
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The Falmouth, Massachusetts of 1775 is now Portland, Maine. The town was attacked on October 18, 1775.
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This day in the Revolutionary War - George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, bans celebrations of Guy Fawkes Day (also known as Guy Fawkes Night).
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Now available on pre-order: "Declaring Independence Why 1776 Matters," by Pulitzer Prize-winning scholar Edward L. Larson - Author event at Concord Museum (& virtual) on Nov. 12:
concordmuseum.org/event/declar...
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Declaring Independence
On the 250th anniversary of American independence, with the history of our founding a political battleground, this study of the ideas and battlefield sacrifices of 1776 by a Pulitzer Prize–winni...
https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324078982
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This day in the Revolutionary War - On October 28, 1776, George Washingtonâs Patriot army was attacked by British forces under the command of William Howe at the Battle of White Plains.
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White Plains
On October 28, 1776, George Washingtonâs Patriot army was attacked by British forces under the command of William Howe at the Battle of White Plains. In...
https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/white-plains
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- Erie Canal Bicentennial - The original Erie Canal traversed 363 miles from Albany to Buffalo. It was the longest artificial waterway in North America. It opened for business on October 26, 1825.
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Erie Canal - Wikipedia
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Another "must follow" -- this one even more!
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This is a great account to follow - both informative and fun.
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U.S. Postal Service stamps commemorating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Navy, Marine, and Army.
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Navy:
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Marine Corps:
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Army:
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U.S. Navy 250th Stamps | USPS.com
With the U.S. Navy 250th stamp, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy and honors its service to the nation.
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#OnThisDay,
19 Oct 1944, President Roosevelt announces Black women can join WAVES: the US Navy's women's service. Lt Harriet Pickens and Ensign Frances Wills become the first Black women officers within weeks.
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Our White House being turned into an exclusive club to funnel bribes to the President of the United States. This is a travesty.
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This day in the Revolutionary War - October 22, 1777 - The Battle of Fort Mercer (or Red Bank) in New Jersey--The Continental Army prevailed over a much larger Hessian force.
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Fort Mercer
A force of Hessian soldiers in Sir William Howe's British army were ordered to take Forts Mercer and Mifflin following the fall of Philadelphia. How it...
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This day in the Revolutionary War - October 19, 1781 - The British surrender to George Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army at Yorktown in Virginia.
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Siege of Yorktown - Wikipedia
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This day in the Revolutionary War - The burning of Falmouth (now Portland, Maine) by British forces. "The attack began with a naval bombardment which included incendiary shot, followed by a landing party meant to complete the town's destruction."
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Burning of Falmouth - Wikipedia
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A song for today: "When I'm Gone," written by Phil Ochs. Click the link and PLAY IT AT 1.5 SPEED so the tempo matches the urgency of the lyrics. See you out there!
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King George III in coronation robes, c.1765 - source:
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Opening on October 18: "The Declarationâs Journey," an exhibit at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. The exhibit will explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to today.
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The Declarationâs Journey
Opening Oct. 18, 2025, The Declaration's Journey will explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to today and showcase how it has become one of the most influen...
https://www.amrevmuseum.org/exhibits/the-declaration-s-journey
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In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution the New Bedford Whaling Museum will open a new exhibit on December 1 - FORGING INDEPENDENCE /BUILDING A NATION
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Forging Independence | Building a Nation - New Bedford Whaling Museum
Explore stories of independence, struggle, and citizenship in the region during the late colonial and early Republican period (1760-1830)
https://www.whalingmuseum.org/exhibition/forging-independence-building-a-nation/
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In New Hampshire? Here's a list of No Kings protests around the state on Saturday.
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kentstreetcoalition.org/2025/09/19/n...
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No Kings Protest Events In New Hampshire Oct. 18
From the organizers: Heâs using OUR tax dollars to pay for HIS power grabs. Trump is pouring public money into his authoritarian takeovers of citiesâdeploying federal forces, seizing local police dâŠ
https://kentstreetcoalition.org/2025/09/19/no-kings-protest-events-in-new-hampshire-oct-18/
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