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Aurore Eaton
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Newspaper columnist who understands that "All history is local."
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This day in the Revolutionary War - The Americans captured Montreal on November 13, 1775. This was part of an effort to rally French-Canadian support against the British which ultimately failed at the Battle of Quebec on December 31. #USA250 #AmericanHistory
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Quebec
The Battle of Quebec occurred as part of a failed American attempt to invade Canada and rally French-Canadian support for the Patriot movement against the...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Today we honor the men and women who have served our country in the military. Here's the timeline on the history of Veterans Day from the official website of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. department.va.gov/veterans-day...
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History of Veterans Day - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
History of Veterans Day
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November 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History....
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From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli — and all the way back to where it began at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia in 1775 — today we celebrate 250 years of the United States Marine Corps.
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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#USA250 #AmericanHistory #RevolutionaryWar
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Nov. 1, 1775: The Continental Congress resolves to ban the export of produce and livestock, except horses, unless the proceeds are used to buy arms or other military supplies. Southern colonies are asked to ban the export of rice entirely. 1/2
November 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Now available on pre-order: "Declaring Independence
Why 1776 Matters," by Pulitzer Prize-winning scholar Edward L. Larson - Author event at Concord Museum (& virtual) on Nov. 12: concordmuseum.org/event/declar...
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Declaring Independence
On the 250th anniversary of American independence, with the history of our founding a political battleground, this study of the ideas and battlefield sacrifices of 1776 by a Pulitzer Prize–winni...
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October 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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This day in the Revolutionary War - On October 28, 1776, George Washington’s Patriot army was attacked by British forces under the command of William Howe at the Battle of White Plains.
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White Plains
On October 28, 1776, George Washington’s Patriot army was attacked by British forces under the command of William Howe at the Battle of White Plains. In...
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October 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Today in #AmericanHistory - Erie Canal Bicentennial - The original Erie Canal traversed 363 miles from Albany to Buffalo. It was the longest artificial waterway in North America. It opened for business on October 26, 1825. #USA250
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Erie Canal - Wikipedia
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October 26, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Great game, Toronto Blue Jays! We're cheering you on here in Manchester, New Hampshire USA, home of the Double-A affiliate New Hampshire Fisher Cats!
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New Hampshire Fisher Cats
The official website of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats with the most up-to-date information on scores, schedule, stats, tickets, and team news.
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October 25, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Another "must follow" -- this one even more!
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250yearsagonews.bsky.social 250 Years Ago News @250yearsagonews.bsky.social · 21d
Oct. 24, 1775: “These Americans are a hundred times better soldiers and politicians than the English,” writes the Count of Guines, the French ambassador in London, to Foreign Minister Vergennes. He adds that Congress, “neither divided nor corrupted,” is superior to the British Parliament.
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October 25, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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Humor can help us imagine a better way to do things. Oh Canada!
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When the ICE agent is Canadian… | This Hour Has 22 Minutes
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October 24, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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This is a great account to follow - both informative and fun. #AmericanHistory and more!
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Oct. 24, 1925: Rags, a dog mascot of the Army’s 1st Division, is honored along with the human veterans at Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, as the “Big Red One” celebrates the eighth anniversary of when it fired the first American shot of WWI.
Four generals of the 1st Division, from left: Frank Parker, Preston Brown, Charles Summerall and Robert Lee Bullard.
October 24, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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U.S. Postal Service stamps commemorating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Navy, Marine, and Army.
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Navy:
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Marine Corps:
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Army:
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U.S. Navy 250th Stamps | USPS.com
With the U.S. Navy 250th stamp, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy and honors its service to the nation.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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This is so distressing.
October 22, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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This day in the Revolutionary War - October 19, 1781 - The British surrender to George Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army at Yorktown in Virginia.
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Siege of Yorktown - Wikipedia
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October 19, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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This day in the Revolutionary War - The burning of Falmouth (now Portland, Maine) by British forces. "The attack began with a naval bombardment which included incendiary shot, followed by a landing party meant to complete the town's destruction."
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Burning of Falmouth - Wikipedia
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October 18, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Opening on October 18: "The Declaration’s Journey," an exhibit at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. The exhibit will explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to today.
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The Declaration’s Journey
Opening Oct. 18, 2025, The Declaration's Journey will explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to today and showcase how it has become one of the most influen...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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It's all about 1775, 1776, 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, 1781, 1782, and 1783.
October 15, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution the New Bedford Whaling Museum will open a new exhibit on December 1 - FORGING INDEPENDENCE /BUILDING A NATION
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Forging Independence | Building a Nation - New Bedford Whaling Museum
Explore stories of independence, struggle, and citizenship in the region during the late colonial and early Republican period (1760-1830)
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October 15, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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In New Hampshire? Here's a list of No Kings protests around the state on Saturday. #NoKings
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No Kings Protest Events In New Hampshire Oct. 18
From the organizers: He’s using OUR tax dollars to pay for HIS power grabs. Trump is pouring public money into his authoritarian takeovers of cities—deploying federal forces, seizing local police d…
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October 14, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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Professor and author Timothy Snyder: "The video has the thoughts about why lying about protest is harmful and why getting out in public with others is helpful." No Kings protests across the U.S. scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025 #AmericanHistory #USAHistory
No Kings — Freedom (video)
Why protest is patriotic
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October 12, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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Outstanding! #AmericanHistory #USAHistory
October 10, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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This message resonates with me. I'm writing now about the humble patriots of Keene, New Hampshire during the Revolutionary War who faced the perils of battle, as well as smallpox, economic hardship, and social upheaval–all for the cause of freedom. www.unionleader.com/voices/looki... #USAHistory
demcast.com DemCast USA @demcast.com · Oct 10
ARE YOU READY FOR NO KINGS?

SHARE Across social media to spread the word! https://social.demcast.com/toolkit/nokings-0549
October 10, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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I appreciate this. I guess all the old Eisenhower-era straight-laced Republicans are long gone.
October 5, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Beautiful!
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King’s Chapel unveiling first-of-its-kind statue to honor people enslaved by its forebears
The statue of a Black woman releasing birds to freedom will represent the more than 200 enslaved people identified by the church.
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September 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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The Four Freedoms:
Freedom of speech
Freedom of religion
Freedom from want
Freedom from fear
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#AmericanHistory #USHistory
September 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM