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Adams, National Historic Site
Adams National Historical Park is located in the City of Quincy, Norfolk
County, Massachusetts, approximately ten miles south of Boston. The Park
comprises 11 historic structures and a cultural landscape totaling almost 14
acres.
Boston National Historical Park
Discover the revolutionary generation of Bostonians who blazed a trail from
colonialism to independence. Boston National Historical Park is an
association of sites that together give the visitor a coherent view of the
city's role in the nation's history.
Colonial National Historic Park
This park administers two of the most historically significant sites in
English North America. Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in
North America in 1607, and Yorktown Battlefield, the final major battle of
the American Revolutionary War in 1781.
Fort Ticonderoga home page
Fort Ticonderoga is the site of America's first victory of the Revolutionary
War.
George Washington Birthplace, National Monument
People have made the pilgrimage to the birthplace of George Washington since
1815. Visitors from all over the world have come to see where the first
President of the United States was born. Today, this 550-acre park
memorializes George Washington and the place of his birth.
Independence, National Historic Park
Independence National Historical Park is often referred to as the birthplace
of our nation. At the park, visitors can see the Liberty Bell, an
international symbol of freedom, and Independence Hall, a World Heritage
Site where both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution
were created.
Minute Man, National Historical Park
Created in 1959, Minute Man National Historical Park preserves and protects
the significant historic sites, structures, properties and landscapes
associated with the opening battles of the American Revolution.
Saratoga National Historical Park
Site of the first significant American military victory during the
Revolution, the Battles of Saratoga rank among the fifteen most decisive
battles in world history. Here in 1777 American forces met, defeated and
forced a major British army to surrender, which led France to enter the war
as a decisive military ally of the struggling Americans.
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
The Jefferson Memorial in Washington DC pays homage to the man who authored
the Declaration of American Independence, was America's third President and
left an everlasting mark on the creation of 'liberty' for the American
people.
Valley Forge, National Historic Park
Of all the places associated with the American War for Independence, perhaps
none has come to symbolize perseverance and sacrifice more than Valley
Forge. This park pays homage to the ability of everyday Americans to pull
together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times.
Washington Monument
This monument in Washington, DC recognizes the leadership of George
Washington in the cause of American independence. With the Washington
Monument, the citizens of the United States show their enduring gratitude
and respect.
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