Who Was Uncle Sam? The Surprising Origins of America's Icon
Jul 4, 2025
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On this episode of Our American Stories, Uncle Sam is the iconic face of American patriotism, pointing from posters, stamped on recruitment ads, and etched into national memory. But how did he come to be? The real story begins with a New York meatpacker named Samuel Wilson. What started as a shipping label turned into one of the most enduring symbols of liberty and national service.
