George Washington is famous as the nation’s first president and a leading Founding Father. But before that, he led the fight for independence as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
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Delaware played a key role in the birth of the United States, from Caesar Rodney’s famous overnight ride to vote for independence to the meetings in Dover that helped shape the nation’s Constitution.
The Town of Millsboro will host a June celebration marking America’s 250th anniversary, featuring community events, historical programs and family-friendly activities.
Community members gathered at the Georgetown Public Library this week for a lecture highlighting the history and culture of the Nanticoke people as part of programming connected to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Planning is underway in Georgetown as the America 250 Committee prepares for an Artisan and Crafts Festival on June 13 to celebrate 250 years of American independence.
Georgetown Public Library will celebrate America 250 with a March series exploring Delaware’s indigenous history and political past.