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The Road to Independence, Mailed to You
Museum-quality replicas of the real documents that built a nation — from royal proclamations to Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence. A twelve-part journey delivered one month at a time, marking America's 250th birthday.
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Roots of Revolution: The America 250 Subscription
A twelve-part commemorative series tracing the road to the Declaration of Independence, 1763 to 1776.
12 monthly museum-quality document replicas
The story behind each document — what it is, who created it, why it mattered
A chronological journey from royal proclamation to Revolution
Printed on period-appropriate paper at original size and detail
Culminates with Jefferson's draft of the Declaration, handwritten edits and all
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Anniversary, Experienced One Document at a Time
1) Built for Anyone Who Loves American History
Not a flag or a coffee mug that gets forgotten by July 5th. Each month delivers a real piece of the founding era you can hold in your hands.
2) One Subscription. A Year of Discovery.
Give once, and there's something new to look forward to in the mailbox every single month — all the way to the Declaration itself.
3) The Story Behind the Story.
Everyone knows the Declaration. Almost no one knows the thirteen-year road that led to it. This series walks that road, mailing by mailing.
4) Museum-Quality, Not Gift-Shop Quality
Each document is reproduced from the best surviving sources, on period-appropriate paper, at the size and detail of the original.
5) A Collection Worth Keeping
By the final mailing, you'll have a complete, chronological collection of America's founding — built to be framed, displayed, and revisited.
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History You Can Hold, Read, and Trace From Beginning to End
Every mailing includes an authentic replica of a real founding-era document — a royal proclamation, a revolutionary newspaper, an eyewitness battle account, even an invoice for the tea destroyed at the Boston Tea Party — paired with the context that brings each one to life.
Museum-Quality Replicas of America's Founding Documents
Our work speaks through touch, detail, and historical accuracy.
Meticulous Document Replication
Reproduced from the best surviving sources and recreated at the size and detail of the original — worthy of framing and display.
The Stories Behind the Documents
Companion context pages explain the people, the stakes, and the moment each document pushed the colonies one step closer to independence.
Period-Appropriate Paper
Printed to match the originals as closely as possible, so you can feel the era — not just read about it.
The Founding, in Order
A chronological journey from 1763 to 1776, culminating in Thomas Jefferson's draft of the Declaration of Independence — complete with his handwritten edits.
Impact Numbers
A quick look at what we've accomplished
Years In Business
Years Worth of Unique Replicas
Letters Delivered
History Buffs Delighted
An Unrivaled Way to Experience the Founding
Discover the Revolution through primary sources, not a textbook summary.
DIGITAL LEARNING
HISTORY BY MAIL
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Frequently Asked Questions
Twelve monthly mailings. Each includes a museum-quality replica of a real founding-era document plus a context page explaining its background and significance. The series runs chronologically from 1763 to 1776 and ends with Jefferson's draft of the Declaration of Independence.
Your first mailing ships within [5 business days] of ordering. After that, a new document arrives each month.
Yes. At checkout you can add a personalized message printed on the welcome envelope, and enter the recipient's details so it ships directly to them.
That's up to you. Choose a one-time purchase that ends after the series, or opt in to continue with the main History By Mail subscription afterward. We'll email you before any renewal either way.
100% satisfaction guarantee. If it's not what you hoped, contact us at support@historybymail.com.
Not at all. The context pages explain everything — what the document is, who wrote it, and why it mattered — so it's rewarding whether you're a lifelong history buff or just curious.
