1776 – 2026

Honoring the Spirit of 1776

2026 marks 250 years since the beginning of the American Revolution. Discover some of the patriots and other participants who played a part in shaping a new nation.

Signers of the Declaration

Explore biographical and burial details of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

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VIPs of the Revolution

We've gathered the records of the Revolution's most notable figures in one place to help you connect with the people behind the history.

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Add the 1776 badge to a memorial

Contribute by adding a special 1776 badge to an existing memorial for someone who participated in the Revolutionary War. Add the 1776 badge by suggesting an edit to applicable memorials.
Revolutionary War Cemetery, New York

Revolutionary War Cemetery, New York

Visit notable cemeteries from the American Revolutionary War.

A Legacy Written in Stone

Every headstone tells a story of sacrifice. As part of the America 250 celebration, we encourage you to visit any Revolutionary War cemetery near you. Add grave photos, GPS locations, or update memorials to keep these stories alive.

Whether you are from the Find a Grave community, a descendant seeking your roots or a historian documenting local landmarks, we make it easy to bridge the gap between 1776 and today.

Revolutionary War Burial Sites