What's the story of Uncle Sam?

See Article History. Uncle Sam, popular symbol for the United States, usually associated with a cartoon figure having long white hair and chin whiskers and dressed in a swallow-tailed coat, vest, tall hat, and striped trousers. read more

Wilson died at age 88 in 1854, and was buried next to his wife Betsey Mann in the Oakwood Cemetery in Troy, New York, the town that calls itself “The Home of Uncle Sam.” Fact Check We strive for accuracy and fairness. read more

Uncle Sam - The Origins In 1961, Congress passed a resolution recognizing the"Official" origin story for Uncle Sam. According to this legend,"Uncle Sam" is named for Samuel Wilson (1766-1854), a meat packer who spent most of his life in Troy, New York, and who supplied barrels of beef and pork to the United States Army during the War of 1812. read more

Uncle Sam: Uncle Sam, popular symbol for the United States, usually associated with a cartoon figure having long white hair and chin whiskers and dressed in a swallow-tailed coat, vest, tall hat, and striped trousers. read more