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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.

Did a Bostonian outwit the British using an empty barrel and a dash of mischief? Discover a humorous tale from the Revolution that proves wit wins wars.

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.

Explore the vital role played by Abigail Adams and other women during the American Revolution, shaping the nation we celebrate at the USA 250th.

Explore little-known oddities and fascinating twists in the U.S. Constitution as we gear up for the USA 250th—uncovering patriotic history with a wink.

Discover the pivotal role of Black soldiers, sailors, and patriots during the Revolutionary War as we honor their legacy for the USA 250th Anniversary.