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The Culpeper Minute Men was organized in the fall of 1775in response to Governor Patrick Henry’s call for the Virginia militia to protect the capital at Williamsburg. Their uniform consisted of hunting shirts bearing the words “Liberty or Death” and a distinctive rattlesnake flag stating both “Liberty or Death” and “Don’t Tread On Me.” “That […] |
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Did you know that Culpeper played an important role in supporting the revolutionary cause in Virginia and in the events that influenced American independence? Learn about the people, places, and events shaped by Culpeper's patriots and see how these activities were written into the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and other founding documents […]
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250 years ago—on June 14, 1775—the United States Army was founded. Come learn about Revolutionary War history, the Culpeper Minutemen and the road to independence! Race to get ready, march like a soldier, wear a tricorn hat and explore what life was like in Virginia during the beginning of the American Revolution. The event is […] |
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The American Friends of Lafayette’s six-banner traveling exhibit tells the important stories of Lafayette’s life and legacy, including his participation in the American Revolution, his critical role in cementing the Franco-American Alliance, his lifelong passion for human rights, including the abolition of slavery, support for women's rights and women authors, religious tolerance, and support for […]
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The Museum of Culpeper History presents Culpeper Hosts a Hero, the first exhibit to highlight General Lafayette’s historic visit to our town in August 1825. Rarely noted in official records of his tour of the United States, the Frenchman’s short stop in Culpeper was documented in detail by Capt. Philip Slaughter, Culpeper native and Revolutionary […] |
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