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America 250 Time Capsule Sealed Ahead of 2026 Burial

A 900-pound time capsule, part of the America250 initiative, was sealed last week in Philadelphia, set to be buried on July 4, 2026. Designed to withstand the elements for 250 years, it contains various items symbolizing American independence.

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