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How are You Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday in Your Town?
What is America250?
On July 4, 2026, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the birth of our Nation.
“From Concord Bridge in 1775 to the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 and beyond, the quest for liberty has resonated through the generations.”
Tom Walker, Founder and President Emeritus, American Village
One Nation. Many Stories.
Your story, a part of America’s rich tapestry, joins diverse voices responding to America’s Invitation. Your reflections on our past, present, and future contribute to the creation of history’s most inclusive commemoration.
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July 4, 2026
Drafting the Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson’s original draft included among it’s grievances, a condemnation of slavery that was later removed. Read the original draft and compare it to the actual Declaration.
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Thomas Paine
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“The Great New York Fire of 1776,” by Benjamin L. Carp
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Fricasseed Rabbits
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Today is Juneteenth. But what Is Juneteenth and why does it matter?Juneteenth, short for June Nineteenth, commemorates the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery - more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued by President Lincoln.This day marks the true enforcement of emancipation across all Confederate states and is a powerful reminder that freedom, justice, and equality have always required continued struggle in this country.Juneteenth is not just about history - it's about recognizing the resilience of Black Americans and confronting the legacy of slavery that still affects our society today. It's a day to reflect, to educate ourselves and others, and to commit to the ongoing work of equity and inclusion.Please watch this video by the American Village Production Team as we head into today’s observation of Juneteenth. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackHistory #NeverForget
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On this day in 1778, the British army abandoned Philadelphia after nearly 9 months of occupation. British General Henry Clinton abandoned the city, feeling it would best serve British interests elsewhere. The British soon switched their focus to the Southern colonies and never occupied Philadelphia again. Please click on the link below to learn more about the Philadelphia campaign during the American Revolution.-> www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/10-facts-philadelphia-campaign #america250al #A250AL #americanvillagealabama #discovershelby #America250 #america250alabama #sweethome250 #americanvillage_alabama #historyforyoungpeple #Semiquincentennial #americanhistory #OnThisDay #ThisDayInHistory #HistoryNerd #americanvillage #Alabama #montevallo
10 Facts: The Philadelphia Campaign
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