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PHILADELPHIA - Like Samuel Adams, John Hancock's primary sphere of influence lay in his native Boston. However, his presence in Philadelphia during pivotal moments of the American Revolution left a mark on the city. Here's where to explore.
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PHILADELPHIA - While Hamilton's story is intrinsically tied to New York, he had significant connections to Philadelphia during the nation's formative years.
Read more: Alexander Hamilton's Philadelphia: A Brief but Influential Chapter
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PHILADELPHIA - Samuel Adams, the Boston-based revolutionary, is less associated with Philadelphia than some of his contemporaries. However, his time in the city during the pivotal era of the Continental Congresses left its mark
Read more: Where the Spirit of Revolution Burned: Samuel Adams' Philadelphia
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PHILADELPHIA - While primarily associated with his Virginia estate, Monticello, Thomas Jefferson spent pivotal years in Philadelphia. Explore where his ideas on liberty, architecture, and science were expressed.
Read more: Thomas Jefferson's Philadelphia: Where History and Ideas Took Shape
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While overshadowed by figures like Franklin and Washington, John Adams played a crucial role in shaping Philadelphia and the young nation. Trace his influence through these historic sites.
Read more: Discovering John Adams' Philadelphia: A Founding Father's Footprint
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PHILADELPHIA - Where Do the Philadelphia Flyers Play? The Wells Fargo Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena that serves as home to both the National Hockey League's Philadelphia Flyers and NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, while also hosting events hosted by Major League Lacrosse team Philadelphia Assassins as well as American Hockey League Lehigh Valley Phantoms.