Back to School: Origins of the Pledge
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The Origins and Evolution of the Pledge of Allegiance
This chapter delves into the historical roots of the Pledge of Allegiance, first recited in 1892, and its evolution from a marketing tool to a symbol of national unity. It also examines the surge of patriotism and nativism in post-Civil War America, particularly in the context of rising immigration, highlighting the cultural tensions of that era.
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