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Ejection Seats Earn Their Paycheck: Two Navy Growlers Tangle Over Idaho

The phrase “return on investment” doesn’t usually come up in defense budgeting discussions, but on Sunday afternoon outside Mountain Home Air Force Base, four Navy aviators delivered a vivid reminder of what those $300,000 Martin-Baker ejection seats are actually for....

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Everyday Colonial Life: Food, Fashion, and Fun in Early America

Step back to colonial America and discover how ordinary families lived, worked, and celebrated—shaping the spirit of independence we honor at the USA 250th.

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How America is Celebrating the USA 250th: Modern Traditions for 2026

Discover how Americans are marking the 250th anniversary of independence in 2026—from national events to local traditions and new ways to display patriotic pride.

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The Forgotten Midnight Ride: Sybil Ludington and the Unsung Patriots of 1776

America’s founding is filled with lesser-known heroes. Discover Sybil Ludington’s midnight ride and other hidden stories as the USA approaches its 250th anniversary.

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How the Bald Eagle Became America’s Symbol: Origins & Meaning

Discover how the bald eagle soared from native lands to national emblem, capturing the spirit of freedom ahead of the USA’s 250th anniversary in 2026.

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Declaration of Independence Trivia: Unsung Stories from 1776

Explore little-known facts about the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence, perfect for celebrating the USA 250th anniversary in 2026.

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326 Days at Sea: The Ford Strike Group's Historic Homecoming and the Honor They Earned

After nearly eleven months at sea — through three theaters of operation, two seas, one revolution, and a war with Iran — the USS Gerald R. Ford finally pulled back into Naval Station Norfolk on May 16, 2026. The crew...

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Colony Profile: Massachusetts and Its Pivotal Role in the American Revolution

Discover how Massachusetts ignited the American Revolution, from the Boston Tea Party to the battles of Lexington and Concord, shaping our nation's fight for liberty.

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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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