The New York Times – Travel:
Now halfway through the year, we’ve made it to 11 of our picks, uncovering lesser-known spots where the American Revolution was fought, all-night parties in Poland and more.
Category: Revolutionary War, American (1775-83)
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Nancy Ward, the Cherokee Leader, Stokes Division Even 250 Years Later
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In 1776, Cherokee leaders looked for ways to navigate a foreboding future. Nanyehi, a.k.a. Nancy Ward, is venerated and reviled for her choice.
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Black Soldiers In the Revolutionary War: A New England Journey
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Across New England, a writer traveled down dirt paths and into historic homes to find the forgotten stories of the enslaved men who fought for freedom on two fronts.
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In London, You Can Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday From the British Side
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Britain may have lost the Revolutionary War, but London still holds the blueprints of the American Revolution. Follow in the founders’ footsteps at these notable places.
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How Artisans Are Recreating the American Revolution
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In the spirit of 1776, these shipwrights, printers and textile workers are commemorating George Washington’s legacy through 18th-century techniques.
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Charleston’s Charm Hides Bloody History of Revolutionary War in South Carolina
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Some of the fiercest battles took place in South Carolina, but its part in the fight for independence is often overlooked. Our reporter found history, myths, beauty and contradiction across the Lowcountry landscapes.