Some of the United States’ most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey as part of the country’s 250th anniversary commemoration.
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Community gathers at Patriot Oaks Academy to remember 12-year-old student killed in crash outside schoolFILE - Two guards stand their posts at the cases containing the United States Constitution at the National Archives Jan. 29, 2026, in Washington. Two visitors look at exhibits beneath a large wall mural showing the signing of the Declaration of Independence at the National Archives Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in Washington. FILE - Two guards stand their posts at the cases containing the United States Constitution at the National Archives Jan. 29, 2026, in Washington. Some of the United States' most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey Monday as part of the country's, documents such as the 1783 Treaty of Paris that formally ended the Revolutionary War and the 1774 Articles of Association that urged colonists to boycott British goods are rarely moved.But those documents, signed by George Washington, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and other American revolutionary leaders, will be making their way“It's tangible history, and tangible history inspires,” said Jim Byron, senior adviser to the acting archivist of the United States. “These documents have not traveled, and they’ve certainly not traveled collectively, ever. They are here in vaults.”transporting the documents is just one of many events and activities planned across the country to mark America's upcoming 250th anniversary celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. A congressionally chartered commission,and a Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has even announced plans for a “The “Freedom Plane" is scheduled to depart Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Monday and head to its first stop in Kansas City, Missouri, where the documents will be transferred to theThe records include a rare original engraving of the Declaration of Independence printed in 1823 from a copperplate of the original; the Oaths of Allegiance signed in 1778 by George Washington, Alexander Hamilton and other officers of the Continental Army; and a rare draft copy of the U.S. Constitution that includes handwritten notes by the delegates. Other planned stops will be in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Houston, Denver, Miami, the Detroit suburb of Dearborn and Seattle. “The reality that these documents are leaving D.C. and coming to the heartland is fantastic,” said Matt Naylor, president and CEO of the National World War I Museum and Memorial, where they will be on display for a little over two weeks starting Friday. “There's a lot of excitement about that and a lot of talk in and around the city about what that means.” Naylor said the early response has been overwhelming. Local schools have already booked visits for more than 5,000 schoolchildren.The"Freedom Plane" tour was inspired in part by the “American Freedom Train” that toured 48 states in 1975 and 1976 as part of the country's bicentennial celebration. It carried various pieces of American history, including the original Louisiana Purchase documents, Judy Garland's dress from The Wizard of Oz andCopyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Memorial at Patriot Oaks Academy for 12-year-old killed in crash outside schoolJax Beach residents hoping to steer clear from unpermitted events as police stay vigilantCause of mysterious odor in Glynn County still unknown after it sent some students to hospitalWhen will we see rain and how much will we get?Should Waymo & its self-driving robotaxis come to Jacksonville?Crusaders Boys Basketball Preps For 3rd RoundCouncilman calls for president to temporarily step down amid JEA text controversyShowers Set to Drench Northeast Florida Through SaturdayMore than 60 people charged for speeding in SJC since Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law went into effectOne week after St. Johns County student was killed in crash, officials seek safety solutions
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