America250 — 250 years since 1776. Explore two and a half centuries of American history. Start the tour
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Anniversaries in American history that fall on December 25.

250 Years Ago Today · America250
1776 — Washington crosses the Delaware
A night crossing leads to a surprise victory at Trenton, reviving the Patriot cause after a grim year
Explore 250 years of American history
1991 · Eras
Soviet Union dissolves
Cold War ends; United States emerges as sole superpower
The Cold War