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How Did You Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Your Town?
What is America250?
On July 4, 2026, the United States marked 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.”
The late 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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“American Patriarch” by H.W. Brands
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“The Rev War”
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Pound Cake
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On this day in 1783, the Treaty of Paris was ratified, officially ending the American Revolutionary War. It recognized US independence and established boundaries for the new nation, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River. It also addressed issues like fishing rights and the repayment of debts. Its ratification was a crucial step in securing international legitimacy for the United States and laying the foundation for westward expansion. Please click on the link below to learn more about the Treaty of Paris and to see some teaching tools to use with a transcript from the National Archives.-> www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/treaty-of-paris #America250 #A250AL #america250alabama #americanvillage_alabama #americanvillage #Alabama #americanhistory #Semiquincentennial #OnThisDay #ThisDayInHistory #HistoryNerd #historyforyoungpeple #discovershelbyal #montevallo
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