American Revolution
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The Greatest Event Since the Birth of Christ? Ken Burns Says It Began in the Delaware Valley
When Ken Burns, the celebrated documentary filmmaker behind The Civil War and The Vietnam War, calls the American Revolution “the most important event in world…
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Revolutionary November: PBS Docuseries Brings The Revolution Home to Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley
Before the world called it the American Revolution, the fight for independence began right here, in the fields, taverns, meeting houses, and muddy crossroads of…
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Ken Burns’ New Documentary ‘The American Revolution’ Puts Ben Franklin at Start, Philadelphia at Center
After a decade of filming for his new docuseries The American Revolution, Ken Burns begins with Ben Franklin and positions Philadelphia right at the heart…
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Enjoying Fall in the Philly Area
Autumn is the best time of the year. That’s, um, not an opinion. Think about it. It’s cool enough to be outside without insects or…
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Lancaster Celebrates Lafayette 200 with Dinner, History, and Music
This summer, Lancaster County and Western Chester County will come alive with revolutionary spirit as the region celebrates its part in the nationwide Lafayette 200…
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The Nation’s Oldest Operating Inn, Since 1681, is in Bristol
The King George II Inn in Bristol boasts a rich history dating back to 1681, making it the nation’s oldest operating inn, writes Shaun Melady…
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Delaware River Crowned Pennsylvania’s River of the Year After Receiving Most Votes from Public
The Delaware River has earned Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year title, securing the most votes in a public competition, according to a staff report…
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Years of Work to Save Crebilly Farm South of West Chester Pay Off; Land to Become Public Park
After years of effort, a deal was reached earlier this month to preserve Chester County’s Crebilly Farm, a historic 308-acre site of a skirmish during…
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Prepare for Day Filled with New Sights and Adventures When Visiting Malvern
If you are considering visiting Malvern, prepare for a day filled with new sights and adventures, from museums to delicious dining to axe-throwing fun and…
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The Definitive Guide to Visiting the Brandywine Museum of Art in 2024
The Brandywine Museum of Art is a cultural gem nestled in the lush countryside of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s picturesque Brandywine Valley. Whether you’re an art enthusiast,…
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9 Must-Visit Revolutionary War Attractions Near Valley Forge National Historical Park
If you’ve explored the hallowed grounds of Valley Forge National Historical Park and are eager to delve deeper into the Revolutionary War’s rich history, the…
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How Summerseat Mansion Was Rescued from Demolition and Became a Historic Landmark
In 1926, the Morrisville School Board faced a difficult decision: demolish the historic Summerseat mansion, a significant national shrine, writes Carl LaVO for the Bucks…
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How a Judge in the Late 1800s Discovered Bucks County’s Lost Emblem
The original official emblem of the Bucks County government was lost for decades until Harman Yerkes, president judge of county courts, set out to find…
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Bucks County History: The Anniversary of the End of the Infamous Doan Gang
A book that is close to a century old tells the story of how Bucks County’s most well-known crime families effectively came to an end.…
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Doylestown Museum to Kick Off Series on Bucks County’s Most Infamous Gang Next Month
An upcoming lecture series will discuss an infamous gang that once roamed around and caused havoc in Bucks County. The Mercer Museum, located in Doylestown, will…
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Penn State Abington Historian Honored for Book on German Soldiers in the Revolutionary War
Distinguished scholar Friederike Baer won the the 2023 Society of the Cincinnati Prize for her book “Hessians: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War”. Baer leads…
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Friends of Washington Crossing Park Receives National Park Service Grant
The National Park Service recently awarded $61,995 to the Friends of Washington Crossing Park as part of the Historic Preservation Fund’s African American Civil Rights…
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Ivyland Borough to Celebrate 150 Years of Community Later This Month. Read to Learn More
A Bucks County borough will soon be celebrating a major milestone in their history, and local officials are gearing up for a fun celebration. The…
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