Spirit of ‘76: Remembering the Bicentennial
About this episode
The episode reflects on the 1976 Bicentennial and its significance in North Carolina, alongside this year's 250th commemoration of the United States.
In 1976, the United States marked 200 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence—but it wasn’t just about fireworks and parades. On a national level, the Bicentennial celebrated famous leaders and events from 1776. As the country grappled with foreign and domestic issues, citizens reflected on what freedom meant. People in communities throughout North Carolina used the Bicentennial to share their own stories. Join America 250 NC Educator Alana Gomez, Correspondence Assistant Annabeth Poe, podcast intern Emily Johnson, and host John Horan as they reflect on the 1976 Bicentennial and this year's 250th commemoration of the United States of America. Learn more at https://www.america250.nc.gov/. Primary Sources: North Carolina American Revolution Bicentennial Committee Record Group, SR.60: Series 3, Committee Minutes File, 1969-1976; Series 10, North Carolina Bicentennial Committee Project File, 1968-1976; Series 18: Publications File, 1971-1976 . News and Observer Negative File, Tuscarora Protest Photos, 1973. NO.8Apr1973.2, News and Observer Negative Collection, State Archives of N.C., https://appx.archives.ncdcr.gov/findingaids/PHC_NEWSOBSERVER_News_and_Obser_.html…
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