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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1798, The United States Marine Corps is re-established; they had been disbanded after the American Revolutionary War. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1882, James Larkin White, American miner, explorer, and park ranger (died 1946) was born. In 1897, Bull Connor, American police officer (died 1973) was born. In 1899, E. B. White, American essayist and journalist (died 1985) was born. In 1921, A truce in the Irish War of Independence comes into effect. In 1957, Patsy O'Hara, Irish Republican hunger striker (died 1981) was born. In 1972, Cormac Battle, English-Irish singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer was born. In 1980, Kevin Powers, American soldier and author was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

White nationalist Patriot Front gang chants ‘reclaim America’ as members march through DC on Fourth of July

The Independent

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July 4, 2026

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White nationalist Patriot Front gang chants ‘reclaim America’ as members march through DC on Fourth of July

Members of the group were seen marching with Confederate flags as the capital celebrated America’s 250th anniversary

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TRT World

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· Jul 5, 2026

Masked group marches through Washington DC, chanting "Reclaim America"

A masked group marched through Washington DC during US Independence Day celebrations on July 4, carrying Confederate flags and flags associated with the white supremacist group Patriot Front while chanting, "Reclaim America"

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 4, 2026

Who is Patriot Front? The white nationalist group's logo, beliefs, and July 4 march through Capitol Hill

A white nationalist group called Patriot Front marched through Washington DC on the Fourth of July, here's who they are.

DNyuz

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· Jul 4, 2026

White Nationalists March in Washington Amid 250th Anniversary Celebrations

A large group of masked men wearing the markings of a well-known white nationalist group marched with flags and chanted “reclaim America!” in Washington on Saturday morning, as the capital city prepared for the main events celebrating the United States’ 250th birthday. The march, through neighborhoods around the U.S. Capitol, was brief, though bystanders posted []

The Advocate

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· Jul 4, 2026

Hundreds of masked racist extremists march in D.C. as Trump’s Freedom 250 celebration unfolds

A large group of masked members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front marched through Washington, D.C., on July Fourth, carrying Confederate flags and upside-down American flags as President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 celebration of America’s 250th birthday unfolded in the nation’s capital.

Black America Web

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· Jul 5, 2026

Alabaster Audacity: White Supremacists & Confederate Flags Swarm D.C. For 250th Independence Day, Trump Supporters Shelter In NMAAHC

Members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front marched through downtown Washington carrying American and Confederate flags. According to TMZ’s “White Supremacists March in Washington D.C.” report, they gathered outside a public transit station before marching during the nation’s 250th Independence Day celebration. The group, estimated to include about 400 members, wore matching blue shirts, []

Reuters

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· Jul 4, 2026

Masked Patriot Front white nationalists stage July 4 march in DC

Hundreds of masked members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front marched through parts of Washington, D.C., on July 4 ahead of the Independence Day ‌festivities planned for the evening. #washingtondc #patriotfront #july4 #usa

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Related coverage for "White nationalist Patriot Front gang chants ‘reclaim America’ as members march through DC on Fourth of July": TRT World — Masked group marches through Washington DC, chanting "Reclaim America". Hindustan Times — Who is Patriot Front? The white nationalist group's logo, beliefs, and July 4 march through Capitol Hill. DNyuz — White Nationalists March in Washington Amid 250th Anniversary Celebrations. The Advocate — Hundreds of masked racist extremists march in D.C. as Trump’s Freedom 250 celebration unfolds. Black America Web — Alabaster Audacity: White Supremacists & Confederate Flags Swarm D.C. For 250th Independence Day, Trump Supporters Shelter In NMAAHC. Reuters — Masked Patriot Front white nationalists stage July 4 march in DC