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Americans know the Declaration of Independence for its poetic prose - but what about the list of 27 grievances leveled against King George III?

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Historians and arts leaders explore how artists, architecture, people, and institutions collaborated in 1776 and 1876 to help build the city's reputation as a revolutionary center. The event is held at Philadelphia's Museum of the American Revolution.

Philadelphia as a Revolutionary City

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Author Rebecca Roberts on First Lady Edith Wilson

Robert Costa of CBS News reflects on the life and legacy of Warren Harding, America's 29th president (1921-23). His essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Journalist Robert Costa on President Warren Harding

Journalist Jennifer Taylor reflects on the life and legacy of First Lady Florence Harding (1921-23). Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Journalist Jennifer Taylor on First Lady Florence Harding

Historian and author Patricia O'Toole reflects on the life and legacy of Woodrow Wilson, America's 28th president (1913-21). Her essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.

Life & Legacy of President Woodrow Wilson

Historian Keith Muchowski explores the life of Richard Varick, a Continental Army officer who served as private secretary to General George Washington. He speaks at an event in Hackensack, New Jersey.

Washington's Private Secretary Richard Varick

C-SPAN gets unique access to the United States Marine Corps barracks in Washington, DC, for its weekly Friday evening parade.

Marine Corps Barracks Parade

Discovery Institute senior fellow John G. West talks about the Bible's influence on the Declaration of Independence.

John G. West, Endowed by Our Creator

The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas hosts a leadership forum titled The Heart of America, which includes a look at how the United States has sustained its democracy throughout a 250-year history.

Democratic Milestones in American History

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