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Historic New Jersey constitution manuscript and Revolutionary era imagery representing the state’s 1776 move to self-government

New Jersey’s 1776 Constitution: Self-Rule Before July 4

New Jersey adopted its first state constitution on July 2, 1776. See how a five-day charter helped turn a colony into a state during the Revolution.

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July 17, 2026September 13, 2026

Historic Kaskaskia site tied to George Rogers Clark's 1778 Revolutionary War campaign

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Kaskaskia 1778: George Rogers Clark Takes the Frontier Town

On July 4, 1778, George Rogers Clark captured Kaskaskia without a major battle. The small frontier move helped weaken British control in the West and shaped later American claims.

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July 7, 2026September 13, 2026

Portrait of John Quincy Adams, sixth U.S. president and longtime public servant

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John Quincy Adams: A Life Built on Public Service

John Quincy Adams spent most of his life in public service. See how his early years, diplomacy, presidency, and long career in Congress shaped his legacy.

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July 3, 2026September 13, 2026

Historic illustration tied to New York's 1788 ratification of the U.S. Constitution

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New York Ratifies the Constitution: The Close 1788 Vote

New York ratified the U.S. Constitution on July 26, 1788. See why the close vote mattered, how the debate shaped the Union, and why the Bill of Rights followed.

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July 1, 2026September 13, 2026