Collection: American Revolution Bicentennial Commission papers

Scope and Contents

The collection contains materials related to Bicentennial celebrations throughout America, and pamphlets concerning the American Revolution.

Dates

1974-1976

Creator

American Revolution Bicentennial Commission (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

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Biographical / Historical

The United States Bicentennial was a series of celebrations and observances during the mid-1970s that paid tribute to the historical events leading up to the creation of the United States as an independent republic. The Bicentennial culminated on Sunday, 4 July 1976, with the 200th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

Extent

5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Overview

Materials related to Bicentennial celebrations throughout America and pamphlets concerning the American Revolution.

Provenance

unknown

General

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