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History explored, lost in New York
A new project developed by New York State is designed to steer drivers on the New York State Thruway to nearby historical sites. The project includes the installation of signs and information kiosks along the 570-mile highway system. Drivers...
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Deborah Sampson masqueraded as Robert Shurtlief in the Continental Army
It has been said the stubbornness of a woman is sometimes a situation a man finds incapable of handling; especially when she has her cap set to have something her way and refuses to budge. In some cases, this can...
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The world’s first war began on February 6, 1778
Ask most people with a working knowledge of American history when the first world war erupted and the answer generally heard is June 28, 1914, or thereabouts, beginning with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife, Duchess Sophie...
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Eberta Wright recognized for 50 years of DAR service
by Judy Everett Ramos
Eberta "Bert" Wright has the same sense of pioneer spirit as her ancestor, Frederick Nicodemus. She helped organize a new DAR chapter in 1962 and made sure it survived after an initial roadblock.
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The Southeast War for Independence Online Tour
by Nathaniel Darnell
Starting April 30th, families will be able to participate in this online tour from the comfort of their own home.
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Washington Crossing the Delaware
by Rich Grant
Washington Crossing the Delaware
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Reason and wonder, part 2
by Laurie Snyder
LEXINGTON, MA - First Parish, the Unitarian Church just off the Battle Green in Lexington, began as a congregational church in a structure built on the Green.
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