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Meet the American who stitched the Stars & Stripes, Betsy Ross, reputed wartime seductress
Fox News via Yahoo News· 19 hours agoBetsy Ross is credited with creating the first Stars & Stripes American flag. Her real contributions...
In another blow to arts education in the US, Philadelphia’s University of the Arts closes down
World Socialist Web Site· 21 hours agoThe closure follows the shutting down of other art schools in the US, including the Oregon College...
What happened to those who supported the British after the Philadelphia occupation?
Philly.com· 5 days agoIn the fall of 1777, the British occupied Philadelphia, only to abandon the city nine months later...
A beacon of stability in Kensington | Morning Newsletter
Philly.com· 17 hours agoToday, we have the story on Beacon House in Kensington, one of the nation’s lowest-barrier shelters...
Celebrate Juneteenth with these 8 events in Bucks County area
Bucks County Courier Times via Yahoo News· 1 day agoAmerican history: African American Museum of Bucks County shaping up. Fundraising,...
13 Juneteenth celebrations, concerts, and educational events in Philadelphia
Philly.com· 2 days agoThere is no one way to commemorate Juneteenth, but Philly offers plenty of activities to celebrate...
Juneteenth in Philly 2024: Block party featuring Kid 'n Play, the nation's largest parade, festivals...
NBC Philadelphia· 3 days agoThe holiday, celebrated annually on June 19th, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United...
Heinz History Center celebrates Civic Season with patriotic programming
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review· 1 day agoHere in the midst of June, we are entering a slew of patriotic holidays and anniversaries, starting...
On this day in history, June 14, 1777, Congress adopts 'Stars and Stripes' flag, the 'new...
AOL· 23 hours agoThe U.S. flag was adopted on this day in history, June 14, 1777 — a day that would become known as "Flag Day" more than a century later. A symbol of freedom ...
24 Bucket-List Places to Take Your Kids
Cheapism via AOL· 7 days agoHistory is just one of Boston's attractions. The city is overflowing with engaging activities for younger travelers, says Chez Chesak... Garden, Duck...
