CELEBRATE a birthday, anniversary or special occasion by stepping into 1976, a year of Bicentennial pride, political change, cultural brilliance and unforgettable sporting triumphs. Relive the fireworks of America’s 200th anniversary, the drama of a closely fought presidential election, Viking’s landing on Mars, and the moments that shaped headlines around the globe. Choose a cover and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a unique gift.
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THE YEAR BEGINS beneath fireworks and flags as the United States celebrates its Bicentennial — two hundred years since independence. Parades wind through city streets, tall ships crowd harbours, and communities gather in reflection and pride. Yet 1976 is far more than a celebration. It is a year of challenge and resilience, transformation and discovery, reported day by day as history unfolds.
Follow the story of 1976 through authentic newspaper articles, carefully curated from original reports of the time. This edition captures a year defined by global tension, democratic renewal, cultural creativity, and bold scientific achievement — exactly as it was experienced.
Featuring:
– The U.S. Bicentennial celebrations across the nation
– The election of Jimmy Carter and a closely contested race against Gerald Ford
– Barbara Jordan’s historic keynote address at the Democratic National Convention
– The Viking 1 landing on Mars and humanity’s first close-up images of the Martian surface
– The unveiling of the space shuttle Enterprise
– The Guatemala earthquake and global events reshaping Africa, the Middle East, and South America
– The rise of Conrail and major developments in U.S. infrastructure
– Cultural landmarks including One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Hotel California, and Songs in the Key of Life
– Sporting glory at the Montreal Olympics and the Cincinnati Reds’ World Series victory
This book is an ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or anyone with a passion for history. Select from a range of covers and personalize your edition with a name and message to create a one-of-a-kind snapshot of 1976, brought to life through the newspaper reports of the time.
Archivist insight: These newspaper pages are reproduced from original scan archives. In some cases, minor blemishes or variations in print quality may appear, preserving the authenticity of the original publications.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid (29.8 cm x 36.4 cm)
Pages: 160+
Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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