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As the Semiquincentennial nears, let’s set the record straight about Paul Revere’s iconic ride and explore what really happened that night in April 1775.

Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial by exploring quirky and unexpected details hidden in the U.S. Constitution that shaped our nation’s story.

Explore the evolution of Independence Day, from the first July 4th in 1776 to the USA's 250th anniversary in 2026. Discover traditions, history, and patriotic spirit.

As we approach the USA 250th anniversary, explore the pivotal role of Black soldiers, sailors, and patriots in America's Revolutionary War struggle for freedom.

Explore how Americans are honoring the USA’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, from national events to creative local traditions, marking 250 years of independence.

As we approach the USA 250th, discover how a little-known patriot, not Paul Revere, first sounded the alarm that sparked the Revolution in April 1775.

Discover how George Washington’s surprising fondness for ice cream offers a fresh view on the Father of Our Country as we approach the USA’s 250th Anniversary.

Get an inside look at daily life in Colonial America—what our ancestors ate, wore, and did for work and fun. Discover how ordinary folk shaped the nation we celebrate at the USA 250th.

Discover the untold story of Sybil Ludington, a teenage patriot whose midnight ride rivaled Paul Revere’s, on the road to the USA’s 250th Anniversary.