Lancaster’s Brief Stint as Our Nation’s Capital

mentalflossr:

On this date in 1777—and only this date—Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was the capital of the United States. Here’s the story.

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8 months ago
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    I love that every day I learn something from
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    right by my momma’s hometown! and also by Intercourse, PA. hahaha.
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  16. obitoftheday said: Ah, back when the Amish were considered in-step, if not cutting edge.
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