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Build Your Americana Collection

Build an Americana collection, today! We showcase some pieces that can be considered the basics for a quality Americana collection. We compare these with the pieces that are more rare and sought-a...

The Eagle Pen Company: Father & Son Pen Makers

We sat down with Eagle Pen Company President Jeremy Piper to ask him about his company and their products. Started from a shared interest between father and son, Eagle Pens have become extremely po...

The History of American Football

Various forms of 'football' have been played throughout Europe since antiquity. The history of American football may not be as old as European soccer or even rugby, but its impression is tremendou...

Gilbert Stuart's Washington

George Washington's portrait is one of the most recognizable images to date-- we have Gilbert Stuart to thank for that! Stuart's 18th century portraits of Washington established accurate and recogn...

Taking to the Skies: The Airline Industry Through History

Brothers Wilbur and Orville Wright’s hard work finally paid off in 1903 when they officially flew the first powered and controlled airplane the world had ever seen. Here, we take a look at the airl...

The California Gold Rush

The California Gold Rush (1848-1855) began on January 24, 1848 when a small gold nugget was uncovered in the earth of Sutter’s Mill, California. Over 300,000 people across the world traveled to Cal...

How Helen Keller Redefined Education for the Blind and Deaf

Helen Keller was left deaf and blind after a childhood illness, which meant that normal means of communication were a severe challenge. Nevertheless, her determination and commitment to education a...

Must-Have Travel Accessories for the End of Summer

Check out some of the new travel accessories now available at The Great Republic! Take a look at this list of traveler items and discover what makes these products must-haves for your next trip.

Proclaiming Freedom: Lincoln's Hand in History

Abraham Lincoln was just a common man before becoming the 16th President of the United States of America and changing what it means to be 'free' for thousands. We celebrate all that Lincoln has acc...

Celebrating Colorado's History

Happy Colorado Day! Today, we celebrate Colorado by featuring a beautiful 38-star flag, which currently hangs in our Colorado Springs shop. Then, we highlight the unique craftsmanship of the Vortic...