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408 The Memory of 1776

Ben Franklin's World

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This chapter examines the conflicting interpretations of the American Revolution and its symbols, particularly the 1939 event organized by the German-American Bund. It highlights how revolutionary imagery has been appropriated by extremist groups, reflecting the complex legacy of 1776 in American memory.

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