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The crucial year ended with some gains and losses by the American patriots. These led to the unity of the 13 colonies for the historical events in 1776.
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Edward Hibberd Johnson, ‘The Father of Christmas Lights’

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Alfred Carlton Gilbert: Magician. Doctor. Olympian. Toy Maker.
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Alfred Carlton Gilbert: Magician. Doctor. Olympian. Toy Maker.

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young magician and medical student who became one of America’s most successful toymakers.

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As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.
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In ‘This Week in History,’ the 1958 NFL Championship proves so exciting that it catapulted football to become America’s most popular sport.
Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

Hannah Adams: The Lady Knew Greek and Latin and Wrote History

An American historian wrote reference books on politics, religion, and history during our country’s early years.
Wayah Bald Observation Tower: In the Nantahala National Forest

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In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we stand atop a historic stone structure in the Western North Carolina mountains.
Russell Markert: Creator of the Radio City Rockettes

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A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.
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The crucial year ended with some gains and losses by the American patriots. These led to the unity of the 13 colonies for the historical events in 1776.
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In ‘This Week in History,’ the 1958 NFL Championship proves so exciting that it catapulted football to become America’s most popular sport.