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The Last Muster
Read this excerpt from Maureen Taylor’s The Last Muster to learn more about three veterans of the American Revolution—Nathaniel Ames, Agrippa Hull, and Ezra Green.
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Revolutionary-Era Portrait of British Army Officer William Dansey and Flag He Captured to be Reunited for the First Time in Nearly a Century
The Museum of the American Revolution partners with Delaware Historical Society to reunite the portrait and flag of William Dansey.
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William Waller's Powder Horn
This powder horn was carried by Virginia rifleman William Waller and is etched with the slogan "LIBERTY or DEATH."
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British Musket
This British musket was made following a pattern developed in 1756 and is marked to the 4th Regiment of Foot.
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Experience Life in the Continental Army During Spring Break at the Museum of the American Revolution
During Spring Break visitors can participate in family-friendly activities that explore what life was like for the Continental Army.
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Museum Acquires Sea Chest of John Claypoole, Husband of Betsy Ross
The wooden sea chest of Revolutionary War veteran John Claypoole, third husband of Betsy Ross, is now on display at the Museum of the American Revolution.
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The Declaration of Independence
This excerpt by David Armitage examines how the Declaration of Independence became a political and philosophical model for nations across the globe.
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Unveiling Memories
Read an excerpt from Iberdrola's book Unveiling Memories: Spain and the Hispanic Contribution to American Independence edited by José Manuel Guerrero Acosta.
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Revolutionize Date Night with a Love Letter-Themed Evening During “History After Hours”
Think romance is history? So does the Museum of the American Revolution. On Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 5 – 8 p.m., the Museum will host a love letter-themed evening that will explore the stories of Revolutionaries who wrote romantic letters, went on dates, and carved “busks” for their sweethearts to wear close to their hearts. Enjoy live music from a strolling violinist and have an artist capture your likeness in a silhouette to take home.
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Common Sense and Plain Truth
London publisher John Almon bundled Thomas Paine's Common Sense and James Chalmers' rebuke, Plain Truth, in this June 1776 edition for British readers.
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