This electromechanical game, released in 1976 by Gottlieb, features a patriotic theme commemorating the United States Bicentennial. Typical gameplay involves scoring points by hitting targets and navigating the ball through various pathways, utilizing flippers and other mechanisms. Illustrations of prominent figures from the American Revolution, such as Uncle Sam, often adorn the backglass and playfield.
The game represents a significant period in pinball history, bridging the gap between simpler, purely mechanical machines and the more complex, solid-state electronics that would soon dominate the industry. Its thematic relevance to the Bicentennial celebration ensured its popularity and contributed to a broader cultural fascination with pinball at the time. Collecting and restoring these machines provides a tangible link to this era, while playing them offers a firsthand experience of classic pinball mechanics.
