Roots of Revolution: America 250 Subscription
Trace America’s road to independence from 1763 to 1776.
Tangible history you can’t find online.
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America turns 250 in 2026. Most people know the Declaration of Independence, but few know the thirteen-year road that led to it.
The 250th anniversary is more than a celebration of where America arrived, it's an opportunity to understand how it got there.
Roots of Revolution is a twelve-part subscription that traces that journey through the documents that shaped and propelled the American Revolution.
Across twelve mailings, you'll follow the road to independence from 1763 to 1776 through royal proclamations, letters, revolutionary newspapers, eyewitness battle accounts, an invoice for tea destroyed during the Boston Tea Party, and more. The series culminates with Thomas Jefferson's draft of the Declaration of Independence, complete with his handwritten edits.
Each document is reproduced from the best surviving sources, printed on period-appropriate paper, and recreated at the size and detail of the original. Every mailing also includes the story behind the document, explaining what it is, who created it, and how it helped move the colonies one step closer to independence.
By the end of the series, you'll have experienced the founding as it unfolded and built a collection that brings the story of America's independence to life.
Don't just celebrate 250 years of American history, understand the documents that made it.
- 12 monthly historical document replicas
- Context pages explaining each document’s background and significance
- A chronological look at the events leading to the Declaration of Independence
- A commemorative America 250 subscription experience
- Finale document featuring Thomas Jefferson’s draft of the Declaration of Independence
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Physical Copies Every Month via Mail
These are time capsules, encapsulating the spirit of a bygone era. From handwritten letters to official decrees, each item offers a unique glimpse into the world of the past.
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Every 4 months, we explore a different theme from various angles using the letters and documents as our guides.
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Made with High Quality Materials
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Rare Historical Insights & Pieces
Dive into the rich context behind each document, learning about the people, places, and events that shaped history.
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