02411cam a22003373u 4500 60572 UtSlPG 20260610134409.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 54061071 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F106 Riley, Edward M., 1911- Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, Pa. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier United States. National Park Service. Historical handbook series, no. 17. Release date is 2019-10-25 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, Pa." by Edward M. Riley is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The publication serves as a detailed guide to the historical and archaeological significance of Independence National Historical Park within the broader context of American heritage. It focuses on key events that transpired in Philadelphia, particularly regarding Independence Hall and the ideals of freedom and democracy associated with the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The beginning of this work introduces the historical context of Independence Hall, originally known as the Pennsylvania State House, and its transformation into a symbol of American independence. The text recounts the struggles over its construction in the early 18th century and highlights significant events that unfolded within its walls, such as the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the Federal Constitutional Convention in 1787. This opening portion effectively sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the evolution of Independence Hall and its lasting impact on national identity and self-governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Independence National Historical Park (Philadelphia, Pa.) United States. National Park Service. Historical handbook series, no. 17. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60572 101398 101398