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Rosa Parks An African-American doll maker made this doll in honor of her hero Rosa Parks, the mother of the Civil Rights Movement.

Paul Revere — Carrying a lantern, informing the citizens "The British are coming."

 

Paul Bunyan — There have been very few characters of American folklore with the stature of Paul Bunyan. This legend of lumberjacks possessed strength, speed and skill that matched the vastness of North America. According to legend, Paul Bunyan and his giant blue ox, Babe, left many a mark on the landscape, receiving credit for creating Puget Sound, the Grand Canyon and the Black Hills.

Grandmother Susanne Peacock, a suffragette from the South.

Nathan Hale — This doll represents Nathan Hale as he faced death. After graduating from Yale University, he enthusiastically joined the Connecticut Army to help fight for the freedom of our newly declared country. He was one of the first of millions to serve with dedication and enthusiasm, and is remembered for his famous last words before being hanged, "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country." The artist is an ancestor of Nathan Hale.

Immigrant Mother Created as a tribute to the immigrant mothers who journeyed to our country in order to give their children hope for a better future. It is dedicated to the lineage of those loving and courageous mothers who gave their families the gift of life in America.

Harriet Tubman — Made in honor of this famous figure from the Underground Railroad.

Sacagawea and her baby Made in honor of this woman who led Lewis and Clark on their expedition West.

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