American Revolution
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Revolutionary November: PBS Docuseries Brings The Revolution Home to Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley
Before the world called it the American Revolution, the fight for independence began right here, in the fields, taverns, meeting…
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Ken Burns’ New Documentary ‘The American Revolution’ Puts Ben Franklin at Start, Philadelphia at Center
After a decade of filming for his new docuseries The American Revolution, Ken Burns begins with Ben Franklin and positions…
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Enjoying Fall in the Philly Area
Autumn is the best time of the year. That’s, um, not an opinion. Think about it. It’s cool enough to…
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Lancaster Celebrates Lafayette 200 with Dinner, History, and Music
This summer, Lancaster County and Western Chester County will come alive with revolutionary spirit as the region celebrates its part…
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The Nation’s Oldest Operating Inn, Since 1681, is in Bristol
The King George II Inn in Bristol boasts a rich history dating back to 1681, making it the nation’s oldest…
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Where History and Art Come Together: A Guide to Chadds Ford
Chadds Ford is named after a settler, John Chads, who in 1725 built his home and operated a tavern and…
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9 Must-Visit Revolutionary War Attractions Near Valley Forge National Historical Park
If you’ve explored the hallowed grounds of Valley Forge National Historical Park and are eager to delve deeper into the…
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Harleysville Historic District Offers Unique Glimpse into Nation’s Rich History
The Harleysville Historic District, nestled in the heart of Montgomery County, offers a unique glimpse into the nation’s history, writes…
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Penn State Abington Historian Honored for Book on German Soldiers in the Revolutionary War
Distinguished scholar Friederike Baer won the the 2023 Society of the Cincinnati Prize for her book “Hessians: German Soldiers in the…
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Diaries of Lower Merion Man Offer a Glimpse of 18th-Century Life
More than two centuries old, the diaries of Joseph Price, a fourth-generation Quaker from Lower Merion Township, offers valuable insight…
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Check Out Where Valley Forge National Historical Park Ranks Among the Region’s Most Visited Tourist Attractions
Valley Forge National Historical Park was one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Philadelphia region in 2022, writes…
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Best Montgomery County Sites to Pass a Rainy, Gray Spring Afternoon with the Kids
Weather-wise, Spring 2023 has been somewhat disappointing, leaving many Montgomery County parents struggling to find things to do with their…
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Historic Tavern, a Popular Spot in Quakertown, Continues Search for a New Owner
A property in Bucks County, which predates a large portion of the country’s history, is continuing its search for a new…
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Pre-Revolutionary Tavern in Upper Bucks Hits the Market for $1.25M
A property in Bucks County, which predates a large portion of the nation’s history, has recently gone up for sale…
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The Overriding Importance of the Battle of Brandywine Is the Marquis Lafayette
By Bruce Mowday The Sept. 11, 1777, Battle of Brandywine is a historic event of enormous importance to the United…
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Newly Discovered Original of Betsy Ross’s Husband’s Diary Confirms ‘Profound Sacrifices’ Flagmaker and Her Family Made to Create United States
The original diary of John Claypoole, the third husband of Betsy Ross, the seamstress often credited as the maker of…
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Washington Memorial Chapel to Commemorate French Alliance in Revolutionary War
The Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge has come to stand for many things since its founding in 1903. But…
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