Ben & Betsy Say “I Do”
Not only were the bells of liberty ringing in Philadelphia on July 3rd but wedding bells were ringing as well. The city of Philadelphia was the perfect backdrop for an exchange of vows at historic Independence Hall. But who would get married at Independence Hall on the day before July 4th? None other than founding father Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross of course.
Now I know you might think this wedding could simply be a PR gimmick to promote the city’s July 4th Welcome America festivities, but even though Philadelphia’s Mayor Nutter officiated the wedding, the bride, groom and wedding party wore period colonial formalwear and costumes, and the couple rode off in a horse drawn coach, this wedding was a real wedding.
Ralph Archbold who has portrayed Ben Franklin in Philadelphia since 1973 and his bride, Linda Wilde, who portrays Betsy Ross, showed their love for each other and history with their unique wedding location and date. It’s fitting that Independence Hall, the birthplace of the US, is the birthplace of their new life together. Here’s hoping sparks will fly for this special couple for many years to come!
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