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[granddi]

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@Travone wrote:

@granddi    what tour company was this?  Sounds like something I would enjoy.

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It was Tauck: In Freedom's Footsteps. 

It was not just visiting a particular site-building-painting- it was immersive in the history with the most expert guides.

They make very special arrangements such as visiting the DC Archives 90 minutes before it opens to the public with a guide.

It was so special. The building was empty except for employees and our group of 26. 

[Northray]

Love your posts, always interesting and educational. 

America is special and always worth celebrating.  

[cimeranrose]

Great post @Oznell . Thanks for sharing this interesting piece of American history. I love history.

Whenever I read anything about the American Revolution, I am reminded of my 5th great-grandfather who was born in Wiltshire, England and in his late teenage years he came to America and joined the American army to fight for America's freedom. He died in the early 1800's in Erie County, New York.

[Oznell]

That is a beautiful, poetic sentiment, @Puzzle Piece -- and so true.

Thanks, @Northray and @cimeranrose .   Agreed, America is special indeed, @Northray !   @cimeranrose ,  it is very exciting to know this precious part of your family's role in a new nation....  

[Lakelife62]

The ability for America to regain its "specialness" is directly correlated to the functioning of its institutions. Primarily the rule of law. Its is troubling when the foundation of our greatness is being tested on many fronts. But I have complete confidence that the center (and our precious democracy) will hold.

[haddon9]

@granddi Sounds like a very interesting trip!  I know that Tauck does excellent tours.

Did you happen to visit Washington Crossing, PA? It's the town right next to mine and we have seen the reenactors cross the Delaware several times when the kids were in school.

[granddi]

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@haddon9 wrote:

@granddi Sounds like a very interesting trip!  I know that Tauck does excellent tours.

Did you happen to visit Washington Crossing, PA? It's the town right next to mine and we have seen the reenactors cross the Delaware several times when the kids were in school.

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Yes! We started in lower Manhatten. Valley Forge, Pa, Gettysburg,Harpers Ferry, Monticello, Charlottsville, Richmond, UVA, Williamsburg, DC, Mt Vernon. I'm probably leaving out a stop. 

Some travelers asked why Gettysburg but it was important.

Just an observation: Most of the travelers have been literally all over the world but several had never been to DC. Many were first time visitors to many of the stops. 

[haddon9]

@granddi Sounds like a fabulous tour of early American history!  Many of those places we had been to when the kids were young since they aren't far for us to visit.  However a tour like that sounds so interesting!

[Cakers3]

@Oznell

Thank you for your special threads. The few times I can pop in lately I look for your threads right away.

You are always just about the best at showcasing topics without any agenda.

Keep up the great work. We need more intelligent sources to make the ride here pleasant and informative.

[Oznell]

That is so kind of you, @Cakers3 ,  thank you very much for those supportive words!  I was thinking recently that I hadn't noticed your name around here quite as much, so am glad to see whenever you make an appearance, however brief.  Hoping many blessings come your way.