Jul 03, 2026
26 min
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America: Birth Of A Nation (2026)

As the United States celebrates 250 years of American exceptionalism, The Onion looks back on the pivotal moments and enlightened fathers who gave birth to the greatest nation on Earth.

Category

Comedy History

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United States of America

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The Onion

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