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The First 10 Days

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October 20th 2008
“Wither shall we flee from civilization, to take off the harness and ties of society, and rest for a season, from the restraints, the conventionalities of society … the strife’s and competition of life?" Samual H Hammond 1857 (said about the Adirondacks) Well, it has only been 10 days but it feels like 10 weeks. I have been doing lots of activities and travelling. Most of my trip won†... read more

North America » United States » Vermont » Brattleboro

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more