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SHOP AMERICANAAMERICA 250 · REVOLUTIONARY HISTORY
On This Date: The Road to Independence
Explore pivotal moments from 1775–1777. In 2026, events of 1776 reach their 250th anniversary; the 1777 milestones turn 250 in 2027. Read the history, then discover a commemorative Heidi Daus design inspired by American heritage.
April 19, 1775
Lexington & Concord
The opening battles of the Revolutionary War.
October 13, 1775
The Continental Navy Begins
Congress authorized armed vessels to intercept British supplies, an origin of the United States Navy.
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November 10, 1775
Continental Marines Authorized
Congress resolved to raise two battalions of Marines.
June 7, 1776
A Resolution for Independence
Richard Henry Lee introduced a resolution calling for independence.
July 2, 1776
Congress Votes for Independence
Congress approved the resolution for independence, two days before adopting the Declaration.
July 4, 1776
Declaration of Independence Adopted
Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. Its 250th anniversary was celebrated in 2026.
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December 26, 1776
Victory at Trenton
Washington's army won a consequential victory at Trenton, New Jersey.
January 3, 1777
Battle of Princeton
The Continental Army defeated British troops at Princeton, bolstering the American cause.
June 14, 1777
The First National Flag Resolution
Continental Congress adopted the first national flag design.
October 17, 1777
Saratoga Surrender
Burgoyne surrendered his army at Saratoga, helping pave the way for French support.
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TODAY IN REVOLUTIONARY HISTORY · OCTOBER 13
1775: The Birth of the Continental Navy
On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized outfitting armed vessels to intercept British supply ships. This decision helped establish the naval force that preceded the United States Navy.
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Upcoming Patriotic Moments
Choose a moment to honor, celebrate or remember. Each occasion is an invitation to explore its history and dress with meaning—not every observance is a sales event.
Honor & Remembrance · October 27, 2026
Navy Day
Honor naval heritage and the generations who served.
Military Heritage · November 10, 2026
Marine Corps Birthday
Celebrate Marine Corps heritage and service.
Honor & Remembrance · November 11, 2026
Veterans Day
Thank veterans for their service. A day for meaningful recognition.
Honor & Remembrance · December 7, 2026
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remember the lives lost and those who served.
Community · December 19, 2026
National Wreaths Across America Day
Remember, honor and teach through wreath-laying and community service.
American History · January 18, 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Reflect on service, equality and the ongoing work of civic participation.
American History · February 15, 2027
Presidents Day
Explore presidential history and American heritage.
Military Heritage · May 15, 2027
Armed Forces Day
Recognize active-duty service members across the branches.
Honor & Remembrance · May 31, 2027
Memorial Day
Remember those who died in military service.
Celebrate America · June 14, 2027
Flag Day
Celebrate the American flag and its history.
American History · June 19, 2027
Juneteenth
Commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
Celebrate America · July 4, 2027
Independence Day
Celebrate the nation's independence and local traditions.
American History · September 17, 2027
Constitution Day
Explore the Constitution and civic heritage.
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