An enduring representation of America since the early days of the republic, the appearance of Uncle Same has changed many times. A real man named Sam Wilson, a meatpacker from Troy, New York, who helped feed American groups during the War of 1812, was the inspiration for Uncle Sam. Read More
An enduring representation of America since the early days of the republic, the appearance of Uncle Same has changed many times. A real man named Sam Wilson, a meatpacker from Troy, New York, who helped feed American groups during the War of 1812, was the inspiration for Uncle Sam. Read Less
