Celebrating the Fourth: Independence Day and the Rites of Nationalism in the Early Republic

Celebrating the Fourth: Independence Day and the Rites of Nationalism in the Early RepublicPublic rituals have always held a vital place in American culture. By far the noisiest and most popular of these to emerge in the nation's early years was Independence Day. After a decade of fitful starts, the Fourth of July eclipsed local and regional patriotic observances to become the premier "American Jubilee." Celebrating the Fourth provides a history of this holiday and explores its role in shaping a national identity and consciousness in three

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History: The earlier 18th Century quilt style of the whole cloth quilt was still a quilt maker’s favorite

packed in a single-pair gift box with a traditional bayberry candle legend enclosed

for the perfect gift

Bread is said to be a symbol of friendship and hospitality and who doesn't like warm bread

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remembering the deceased through the recipes they most loved

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frogs on big-wheeled bikes

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This adorable felted sheep ornament is the perfect gift or addition to your décor

Take a shot of your favorite beverage (alcoholic or not) to remember Old Sturbridge Village's annual Phantoms by Fire event