Let Freedom Ring Parade, Greenfield Village, 1976

Summary

The 1976 American Bicentennial heightened Americans' interest in their history. Museums and historical sites across the nation developed new programming to meet the needs of people looking to celebrate two hundred years of American history. Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum presented a rich slate of Revolutionary War-era activities, including parades featuring a costumed fife and drum corps.

The 1976 American Bicentennial heightened Americans' interest in their history. Museums and historical sites across the nation developed new programming to meet the needs of people looking to celebrate two hundred years of American history. Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum presented a rich slate of Revolutionary War-era activities, including parades featuring a costumed fife and drum corps.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 10 in

Width: 8 in

Inscriptions

Ink stamp from Henry Ford Museum on verso: Neg. No. B74807-6

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