Patriots' Day

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Civic holiday in the USA

Patriots' Day is an annual event, formalized as a legal holiday or a special observance day in eight U.S. states, commemorating the battles of Lexington, Concord, and Menotomy, the inaugural battles of the American Revolutionary War. The holiday occurs annually on the third Monday in April in four states and on April 19 in four, with celebrations including battle reenactments and the Boston Marathon.

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Patriot's Day

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Boston Marathon 2026 Underway

The 130th Boston Marathon is underway with a record field of 32,000 runners and enhanced safety measures.

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