Happy Birthday America!
Getting Ready to Celebrate July 4th
"I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL."
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In 1777, the Continental Army at Valley Forge, Pa. was in crises. Holding out in make shift tents, facing severe weather with improper clothing, a lack of food, rampant disease; these heroes continued to perservere . Yet , in a letter to Congress, Washington wrote, that the soldiers never complained
Humbled in reading these events, I want to express...
Humbled in reading these events, I want to express...
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The Bill of Rights: More than 10,000 attempts have been made to alter our Constitution, yet only 27 proved successful…10, of which happened at once.
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The U.S. Constitution, a masterpiece set to protect the Rights of it’s citizens by separating the powers of the Government into 3 branches and instilling a set of checks and balances..
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I was surprised to learn Betsy Ross was Elizabeth Griscom Ross Ashburn Claypoole! She is the famous Mrs. Claypoole, commissioned by George Washington to make our first flag.
I was surprised to learn Betsy Ross was Elizabeth Griscom Ross Ashburn Claypoole! She is the famous Mrs. Claypoole, commissioned by George Washington to make our first flag.
Enjoy your fourth of July celebration! You've written a very good post to help us remember what we are celebrating! ♥
ReplyDeleteIt is good to be back at last catching up with your blogging activities, enjoy your forthcoming celebrations.
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ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful share this morning. I love our American history and you my friend did it up beautifully. Thank you for sharing with me.
Loved seeing the photo shares below of the Happy July 4th parade. What fun. Now that strawberry shortcake contest looked scrumptious. I would have joined in on that one.
You are always such a joy to pop over and see what you are up to. I hope you and your family have a beautiful 4th of July celebration filled with much love, laughter, and many memories for the years to come. Hugs to you sweet friend from Phoenix and much love, Sherry
I've loved going back in your posts. Your 4th table is charming, loved the pinwheels. A shortbread eating contest.. what a great idea. Many blessings, marlis
ReplyDeleteHope you had a fantastic holiday. I love all the colorful history and pictures.
ReplyDeleteHave a great rest of the week.
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