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A history of the US in 100 unexpected objects
Roman Mars explores the ordinary objects that can offer us a window into the story of the United States in surprising new ways
- Emily Briffett
Published: July 3, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of declaring independence, Americans are taking a fresh look at their nation's past. But what if the story of the US isn't best told through presidents, wars and famous speeches? In this episode, Roman Mars – presenter of new series The History of the United States in 100 Objects – tells Emily Briffett about what some of those items tell us about the nation's extraordinary past.
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Authors
Emily BriffettSenior content producer (podcasts)
Emily Briffett is senior content producer (podcasts) at HistoryExtra
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