Stole of Gratitude. The Stole of Gratitude is a way for graduates to demonstrate their appreciation for those who helped turn the dream of a college education into a reality at the commencement ceremony.
The American Revolution as a European Media Event. The American Revolution was not only a European media event because it was discussed throughout the European media, but also due to the fact that news from North America flowed from one European country to another.
Often imitated or parodied, it is a familiar symbol of American patriotism. 1  Held since 1785, the Bristol Fourth of July Parade in Bristol, Rhode Island is the oldest continuous Independence Day celebration in the United States. 2  Since 1868, Seward, Nebraska has held a celebration on the same town square.