BICENTENNIAL

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Colony, Chapter VI: Legacy
Enduring 170 years as a colony of a colony has left a lasting imprint on Maine and its people.
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Maine's path to statehood began long before you think it did.
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An acrimonious relationship develops between Maine and Massachusetts.
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Massachusetts makes Maine a colony of a colony.
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An uprising against Massachusetts land barons sets the stage for statehood.
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The War of 1812 and Boston’s complacency toward foreign occupation fuel Maine's drive for statehood.
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Dances, concerts, exhibits, bean suppers, historical talks and a film festival are among the special events planned in Maine this year to mark the 200th anniversary of statehood.
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In this bicentennial year, a series of ambitious events highlights history and identity as the state celebrates its 200th birthday.
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This date in Maine history