In October 1781, the British surrender at Yorktown ended the Revolution’s final major battle and secured America’s independence.
Today, we reflect on this defining moment as we celebrate 250 years of independence.
@TRHLofficial I hated history when I was in high school. I thought there were other better things to be doing.
And now, if you gave a history class on the United States and the founding fathers I would be there.
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1824 in America
When the votes were tallied in the 1824 election, Jackson received more than 150,000 votes, while Adams finished second with some 108,000.
Clay and Crawford were a distant third and fourth, respectively, in the popular vote.
Jackson received 99 electoral votes, while Adams captured 84 electoral votes, Crawford picked up 41 and Clay 37.
No candidate received a majority and the House of Representatives would therefore choose among the top three leading candidates, as dictated by the Twelfth Amendment.
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1824 in America
John Ross (A.K.A. ᎫᏫᏍᎫᏫ), literally 'Mysterious Little White Bird' led the Cherokee nation through tumultuous events, beginning with his petition to the Federal Government in 1824 for the Cherokee to keep their lands in Georgia.
On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, we honor the lives lost, the heroes who emerged, and the resilience of the American spirit.
America will never forget.
1823 in America
An American frontiersman, fur trapper, trader, hunter and explorer best known for his story of survival after being left for dead by paid companions when he was mauled by a grizzly bear.
Hear all about his story today!
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1822 in America
The only photo I could find of The Old Tavern in Milledgeville Georgia, formerly known as the Globe Tavern. A watering hole advertised to State Legislators in Georgia in 1822. #250yearsofUSA
1822 in America
The Santa Fe Trail, a trail blazed by William Becknell.
Hear all about how this new path from Missouri to New Mexico was blazed in today's episode!
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