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The 4th of July – Not Just Independence Day

The 4th of July – Not Just Independence Day

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This week marks the 248th anniversary of the Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence in 1776.  It’s a big day in our nation’s history. But it’s not the only significant event in our nation’s history that has happened on that day. If you’re really in the mood to celebrate (or somberly remember), here are some other things that also happened on that day (all of these events are listed on the history.com and Britannica.com websites, in case you’re wondering):…

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Drone Shows:  Technology Goes Next-Gen for Nighttime Entertainment

Drone Shows:  Technology Goes Next-Gen for Nighttime Entertainment

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This week marks our country’s 247th birthday (just three more years until the Semiquincentennial – start your shopping now!), and what’s more American than watching a fireworks show to celebrate our Independence Day?  No matter where you see a colorful display light up the night sky, it’s always an exciting time of year. That being said, advances in drone technology are now being utilized by the entertainment industry, most notably in the form of drone shows.  Similar to a fireworks…

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Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

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This Wednesday marks the 242nd birthday of our beloved United States. 242 years. That may seem like a long time, but in historical terms, our country is really just a baby.  The Ancient Greeks lasted 350 years, the Roman Empire made it past 500 years, and the Egyptians flourished for over 550. Still, it’s a long time for this grand experiment in self-government.  Our founding fathers were wise enough to build a framework that allowed for future change, and that…

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The American Freedom Train: Patriotic Nostalgia

The American Freedom Train: Patriotic Nostalgia

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As this Independence Day draws near, I hearken back to a time when America threw probably its biggest celebration party to date – the Bicentennial celebration.  Yes, in 1976, the nation went wild with festivals and celebrations for the nation’s 200th birthday, and in the days before cell phones, YouTube, or Go Pros, one had to actually visit the special events going on around the country to experience the pomp, circumstance, and majesty of the spectacle. Remember the “Tall Ships”? …

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