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Thomas Jefferson's vision of Independence Thomas Jefferson copied for James Madison his notes, an account of the events in the Second Continental Congress surrounding the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Included in Jefferson's autobiography is the unedited Declaration—the version Jefferson wanted adopted—before Congress began amending and editing. READ Declaration An Anecdote of Doctor Franklin, by Thomas Jefferson READ Anecdote  |
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The Cherokee Nation
The modern Cherokee Nation is enjoying a renaissance in language and culture. Living History Demonstrator Paula Nelson shares the resurgence. November 16, 2009
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Smallpox and the Covenant
America's smallpox eradication has its roots in 18th-century Boston. July 13, 2009
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In Their Own Words
Old sources give fresh voice to slavery's story. Manager of African American programs Tricia Brooks explains how we know what we know. May 18, 2009
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Swordmaking in the 18th Century
Colonial tradesmen learned the swordmaking craft as Virginia armed itself for war. Journeyman brass founder Suzie Dye describes the process. March 2, 2009
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African American Programs at 30
African American programming adapts through the decades. Harvey Bakari outlines the goals of interpreting Williamsburg's enslaved population. February 2, 2009
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The Native Tongue
Native tribes and colonizers began a dialogue without a word in common. Buck Woodard describes the early exchanges. January 19, 2009
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