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Get ready to celebrate the momentous occasion of Ratification Day on January 14! This day marks the official ratification of the Treaty of Paris in 1784, which ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized the United States as an independent nation. It's a reminder of our country's journey to independence and all the brave individuals who fought for it. So take a moment on this day to reflect on our nation's history and appreciate the freedoms we enjoy today. Happy Ratification Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1783</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Treaty of Paris Signed</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Treaty of Paris, which ended the American Revolutionary War, was signed on September 3, 1783.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1784</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Treaty Ratification</div><div class='timeline-text'>On January 14, 1784, the Treaty of Paris was officially ratified by the Congress of the Confederation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1936</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Proclamation</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed January 14 as Ratification Day in commemoration of this historical event.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bicentennial Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States commemorated the 200th anniversary of the Ratification Day, with various events and celebrations across the country.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Annual Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ratification Day continues to be celebrated annually on January 14, recognizing the significance of the Treaty of Paris and the birth of the United States as an independent nation.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw a party to commemorate the ratification of the Constitution! Decorate with red, white, and blue and encourage guests to dress in colonial attire. Serve traditional food and drinks from the 1700s to add to the historical atmosphere.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a reenactment</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local historical society or community theater group that is putting on a reenactment of the ratification of the Constitution. This is a great way to experience firsthand what it was like during this pivotal moment in history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore a historical site</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a historical site related to the ratification of the Constitution, such as Independence Hall in Philadelphia or the National Archives in Washington D.C. You can learn more about this important event and see where it all took place.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read the Constitution</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time on Ratification Day to sit down and read through the Constitution. This document is the foundation of our government and it is important to understand its significance in American history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter to a lawmaker</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use Ratification Day as an opportunity to exercise your rights as a citizen and write a letter to your local representative or senator. Share your thoughts and opinions on current events and how you believe they align with the principles outlined in the Constitution.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It marks the formation of a new government</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ratification Day celebrates the day when the United States formally adopted its founding document, the Constitution. This marked a major milestone in American history and established the country's political framework.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It symbolizes unity and compromise</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The ratification of the Constitution required negotiations and compromises between different states with differing interests. It ultimately resulted in a unified nation and set a precedent for cooperation and compromise within the government.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It highlights the importance of citizen involvement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ratification Day serves as a reminder that the power of our government lies in the hands of its citizens. By ratifying the Constitution, citizens played an active role in shaping their government, emphasizing the fundamental principle of democracy.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ratification Day honors the Treaty of Paris</h3><p class='facts-content'>Celebrated annually on January 14, Ratification Day commemorates the ratification of the Treaty of Paris which marked the official end of the American Revolutionary War.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Treaty of Paris was ratified in 1784</h3><p class='facts-content'>Signed on September 3, 1783, the treaty did not come into official effect until it was ratified by the Continental Congress over four months later, on January 14, 1784.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ratification Day is the culmination of Yorktown Day and Independence Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>These three holidays taken together commemorate the beginning (Independence Day), the major turning point (Yorktown Day), and the official end (Ratification Day) of the Revolutionary War.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Benjamin Franklin was one of the signatories of the Treaty</h3><p class='facts-content'>Notable signatories of the Treaty of Paris included John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay, who represented the United States.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>It's a traditional event in South Carolina</h3><p class='facts-content'>While not widely observed nationwide, Ratification Day is especially celebrated in Charleston, South Carolina, with reenactments and other historical activities.</p></div></div>
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