Mississippians are invited to join in celebrating a major milestone in American history.
Gov. Tate Reeves has issued a proclamation honoring the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s midnight ride in Boston. On April 18, 1776, Revere notified troops representing the American cause that the British military was on the move ahead of the consequential Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord.
To commemorate Revere’s bravery and America, residents of the Magnolia State are encouraged to participate in the Two Lights for Tomorrow initiative as part of the America250 Mississippi celebration currently underway.
Per a press release from the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, folks can show their patriotism by prominently displaying two lights in a window of their homes and or businesses for all to see on the night of Friday, April 18 — the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s ride signaling the approach of British troops. This act has been widely deemed an act of vigilance and communication pivotal in preparing American colonists for battle against the world’s fiercest military.
Here’s how the public is asked to participate:
- Households can safely place two lights in a street-facing window on the evening of Friday, April 18, symbolizing the two lanterns hung in Boston’s Old North Church steeple.
- Businesses can display two lights prominently at their establishment to foster a sense of community and historical pride.
State commissions and governments, federal agencies, and community, heritage, and historical organizations across America have pledged to support and participate in a day of community service on Saturday, April 19, to encourage understanding about the true meaning of this historical commemoration.
America250 Mississippi is the state’s commission charged with collaborating and coordinating partnerships for the historic semiquincentennial commemoration of the United States, America250.
