War and Peace
Following the American Revolution in the late 18th Century, this war between the US and Great Britain occurred during 1812. (Do not overthink this)!
The War of 1812
With six locations in Maine, this restaurant has its famous "Lobster Roll Day" in June, and has its "Federal Deficit" as a wild ice cream dessert!
Governor's
Jeff Bridges portrays the main character's mentor turned nemesis, Obadiah Stane, in this 2008 superhero hit film.
Iron Man
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Gold
This war between the US and Spain began in 1898, and started with the sinking of the "USS Maine" in Cuba.
The Spanish American War
This restaurant specializes in seafood, has locations in Newport and Searsport, and had one location close somewhat recently. Reportedly, it's also a great place to work!
Angler's
Jeff Bridges is "The Dude" in this 1998 crime-comedy film.
The Big Lebowski
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Helium
Ending in 1763, this war was between Great Britain and France, for parts of Canada and northern North America. This is often called part of the Seven Years' War.
The French and Indian War
This Maine staple not only serves as an awesome restaurant, but also is a store, and a truck stop!
Dysart's
Jeff Bridges reprised his role as Kevin Flynn, in this 2010 science fiction sequel.
Tron: Legacy
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Zinc
Remember the Alamo! American general Sam Houston helped annex a big southern state, in this rebellion/conflict in 1835.
The Texas Revolution
This restaurant in Bucksport specialized in seafood, and sadly closed semi recently. Right next to a Walgreen's!
Glenn's Place
A second adaptation of the 1969 John Wayne classic, this 2010 western has Jeff Bridges star as Deputy US Marshal Rooster Cogburn.
True Grit
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Iridium
Armistice Day commemorates the end of World War I, and was renamed this in 1954.
Veterans' Day
This pizza chain began in Orono, and since has expanded to having 12(?) locations in Maine! Don't forget their signature soda, or a whoopie pie for dessert!
Pat's Pizza
Jeff Bridges stars as a Texas ranger, in this "modern" Western/crime drama from 2016. He is out to catch two bank robbing brothers.
Hell or High Water
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