A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry: With an appendix, containing the Constitution of the United States, and other documentsGood Press, 25/11/2019 - 608 من الصفحات In 'A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry' by L. Carroll Judson, readers are presented with a detailed and informative account of the lives of the individuals who played crucial roles in the founding of the United States. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book not only provides biographical information but also delves into the political and social context of the time, offering readers a deeper understanding of the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence. Judson's work stands out for its meticulous research and attention to historical accuracy, making it a valuable resource for students of American history. L. Carroll Judson, a renowned historian and biographer, brings his expertise to this comprehensive study of the key figures in American history. His passion for the subject is evident in the thoroughness with which he examines the lives of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, as well as Washington and Patrick Henry. Judson's background in historical research and writing shines through in this well-crafted and informative book. I highly recommend 'A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry' to anyone interested in delving into the lives of the founding fathers and understanding the roots of American independence. Judson's thorough research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts. |
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... mind is onward and upward, bold and expanding. The soaring intellect of man, rising on the wings of investigation and experiment, is seizing upon the elements in all their varied forms, threatening to unveil and reduce to subjection the ...
... mind is onward and upward, bold and expanding. The soaring intellect of man, rising on the wings of investigation and experiment, is seizing upon the elements in all their varied forms, threatening to unveil and reduce to subjection the ...
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... mind of Thomas Jefferson assumed a high elevation, and took a broad and expansive view of men and things. He was educated at the college of William and Mary, at Williamsburg; and was always found at the head of his class. For assiduity ...
... mind of Thomas Jefferson assumed a high elevation, and took a broad and expansive view of men and things. He was educated at the college of William and Mary, at Williamsburg; and was always found at the head of his class. For assiduity ...
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... mind became enraptured with the history of classic Greece and republican Rome , and , in early youth , his political opinions appear to have been distinctly formed , and opposed to every kind of government , tinctured with a shade of ...
... mind became enraptured with the history of classic Greece and republican Rome , and , in early youth , his political opinions appear to have been distinctly formed , and opposed to every kind of government , tinctured with a shade of ...
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... mind by reading , for which he had an insatiable thirst . Nothing passed by him unnoticed , and his expanding genius drew philosophy from nature , from things , and from men . He reasoned , analyzed , moralized , and improved , from ...
... mind by reading , for which he had an insatiable thirst . Nothing passed by him unnoticed , and his expanding genius drew philosophy from nature , from things , and from men . He reasoned , analyzed , moralized , and improved , from ...
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... mind like his could not long be confined in a chandler's shop. Open and honest in his disposition, he communicated his wish of moving in some other sphere, to his father. After an examination of the various trades, and working a short ...
... mind like his could not long be confined in a chandler's shop. Open and honest in his disposition, he communicated his wish of moving in some other sphere, to his father. After an examination of the various trades, and working a short ...
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SAMUEL ADAMS | |
DR BENJAMIN RUSH | |
OLIVER WOLCOTT | |
THOMAS HEYWARD | |
JOHN WITHERSPOON | |
THOMAS LYNCH | |
WILLIAM FLOYD | |
WILLIAM WHIPPLE | |
PHILIP LIVINGSTON | |
ABRAHAM CLARK | |
RICHARD STOCKTON | |
JOSIAH BARTLETT | |
ARTHUR MIDDLETON | |
JAMES WILSON | |
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