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Paul Revere is an American folk hero of the American Revolution, whose dramatic horseback ride on the night of April 18, 1775, warned Boston-area residents that the British were approaching. Continue reading…
American Revolution
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Did You Know?
On April 3, 1860, Johnny Fry became the first “official” westbound rider of the Pony Express. Read more…
Surrender Room in the McLean House in Appomattox, Virginia by Kathy Alexander.
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park in south-central Virginia commemorates the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia to Union Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865. Learn more about Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Virginia.
From Legends’ General Store!
Need a postcard for each state? This postcard set is for you. Even includes a postcard for Washington, D.C. All 51 postcards in this special set have been designed by Legends of America.
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Route 66 Photo Prints from All Eight States.
From Chicago, Illinois, to the Santa Monica Pier in California, and everything in between, you’ll find dozens of Route 66 photographs from all eight states! Small to large print sizes, canvas, and more!
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Wichita warrior, 1927, by Edward S. Curtis
The Wichita Indians formerly ranged from about the middle Arkansas River, Kansas, southward to the Brazos River, Texas. They called themselves Kitikiti’sh (Kirikirish), which is of uncertain meaning but probably implies preeminent men. By the Sioux, they were known as the “Black Pawnee,” to French traders, “Tattooed Pawnee,” and to the Kiowa and Comanche by names meaning “Tattooed Faces.” Continue reading this 1906 historic text…
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From Legends of Kansas
Born a slave on April 12, 1859, Junius George Groves was an African American farmer and entrepreneur remembered as one of the wealthiest black Americans of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Read more about the Potato King on our sister site, Legends Of Kansas.
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Springfield, Missouri, located in the southwest part of the state, is the county seat of Greene County and the third-largest city in Missouri. Known as the “Queen City of the Ozarks” and the “Birthplace of Route 66,” it is rich in history, including Native Americans, Civil War Battles, and the development of the Mother Road. Take a ride on the 100-year-old Route 66 to Springfield – Queen City of the Ozarks.
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American Indian Tribes Large Poster (17×24)
The “Native American Indian Tribes” poster shows the original territories of over 300 major American Indian tribes. The tribal council has approved each location. The artwork is from an original painting by Bill Strobel. Poster measures 17″ x 24″. Great for classroom and learning projects.
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Dave & Kathy Alexander, somewhere in America, 2026.
Legends of America is comprised of just the two of us — Dave & Kathy, who have a love of history, travel, and a desire to share it with the world! Several others have contributed along the way, and we always welcome more.
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