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washingtonpost.com > history > 06/13/2025 > cornwallis-sword-washington-revolutionary-war

The surrendered sword that gave birth to America returns to Virginia

1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (89+ words) Breaking news and analysis on politics, business, world, national news, entertainment and more. In-depth DC, Virginia, Maryland news coverage including traffic, weather, crime, education, restaurant reviews and more. British Gen. Cornwallis’s sword, thought to have been surrendered to George Washington…...


jsonline.com > press-release > story > 234429 > 35th-annual-down-home-family-reunion-draws-thousands-to-richmonds-historic-jackson-ward

35th Annual Down Home Family Reunion Draws Thousands to Richmond’s Historic Jackson Ward

2+ week, 19+ hour ago   (243+ words) “For 35 years, Down Home Family Reunion has created a place where culture is experienced across generations rather than simply observed,” said Bell. “Seeing families, artists, community organizations and local businesses gather in Historic Jackson Ward affirmed the importance of keeping…...