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250th anniversary: American Revolution: The Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations...

Name: 250th anniversary: American Revolution: The Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations...
Start: 2026-05-04

Mon, May 4, 2026

6 mo ago

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In 1776, American Revolution: The Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations became the first of the Thirteen Colonies to renounce its allegiance to the British Crown.

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Source: Wikipedia
How we know: Wikipedia "On this day" selected anniversary, 250 years (1776 to 2026).
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