The story of Ben Franklin and the turkey. Was the Thanksgiving bird almost a U.S. symbol?

The design did not include a turkey. The phrase “E Pluribus Unum,” or “Out of Many, One,” was the only piece of their ...

9 things you probably didn’t know about the American Revolution

By Vince Bzdek What is most striking about Ken Burns’ extraordinary new PBS documentary on the American Revolution is how ...

9 things you probably didn’t know about the American Revolution | Vince Bzdek

By Vince Bzdek What is most striking about Ken Burns’ extraordinary new PBS documentary on the American Revolution is how alike we are right now to those folks in 1776. Take away the tricorn hats and ...

Ken Burns 'The American Revolution' Documentary

Credit - Universal History Archive— Ken Burns' latest project is an expansive documentary about the history of the American ...

America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. There's a commemorative ornament for it

The nonprofit organization planning celebrations for America's 250th birthday in 2026 has unveiled a special commemorative ...

‘The American Revolution’ Review: Ken Burns’ Sluggish but Poignant PBS Docuseries Charts the Fight for Independence

"The American Revolution" is a sweeping, six-part PBS docuseries that feels like a confrontation of how America's founding ideals were born ...

Ken Burns’ ‘The American Revolution’ Is a Vast Account of Our Country’s Origin Story: TV Review

Ken Burns' latest docuseries, "The American Revolution," explores the United States' bloody and hardwon origin story.

Independence Hall is closed until January

Preservation work is being done on the building’s interior ahead of Philadelphia’s Semiquincentennial celebrations next year.

The road to independence took many turns in RI. Step into the pre-Revolutionary War era

On July 17, the Liberty brought two Connecticut-based ships into Newport Harbor, accusing their captains of customs ...
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DIY Republic Independence Day Hanging Toran

Create a tricolor hanging toran for Republic or Independence Day using paper or cardboard. A patriotic and eco-friendly DIY craft perfect for school or home decoration. #IndependenceDayCraft ...
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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Which stars are joining this year’s lineup?

NEW YORK (AP) — Ciara, Foreigner, Lil Jon, Kool & the Gang, Busta Rhymes, Mickey Guyton and Teyana Taylor will feature in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, which will also cement “KPop Demon ...