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The Midnight Rider You’ve Never Heard Of: Sybil Ludington and America’s Hidden Heroes

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.

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Native Americans and the Revolution: Their Role in the USA’s Founding Era

As the USA turns 250, reflect on the critical—often overlooked—roles Native American tribes played during the Revolution and in shaping our nation’s early history.

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From Liberty Bell to Paul Revere’s Lantern: The Unexpected Travels of American Relics

As the USA 250th nears, discover the journeys of the Liberty Bell and other founding-era artifacts that shaped—and survived—America’s earliest days.

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When the Redcoats Lost Their Pants: A Revolutionary Prank for the Ages

Discover a hilarious—and true—prank pulled by American rebels on British troops in Boston in 1775, and how humor played a role in the Revolution.

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The Forgotten Midnight Ride: Sybil Ludington and the Night Patriots

Explore the hidden history of Sybil Ludington, a teenage hero whose midnight ride rivaled Paul Revere’s, and how unsung patriots shaped America’s founding era.

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Native Americans & the Revolution: Remembering Their Role in the USA 250th

Explore the vital, complex role of Native American tribes and leaders during the American Revolution as we approach the USA 250th Anniversary in 2026.

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Liberty Bell & Other Relics: The Unlikely Journeys of Founding Artifacts

Explore the fascinating travels and close calls of the Liberty Bell and other iconic artifacts as the USA prepares for its 250th (Semiquincentennial) in 2026.

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Phillis Wheatley: The Hidden Voice of America's Founding Era

Explore the overlooked story of Phillis Wheatley, an African-born enslaved poet whose work inspired the American Revolution and the spirit of 1776.

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