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Benjamin Franklin
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James Madison And James Monroe: Influential Founding Fathers
Deerfield Men's Club 375 Elm Street, Deerfield, IL, United StatesTheir names are similar; their life spans are almost identical and each was considered one of the most influential of the founding fathers. Yet despite their very different personalities, philosophies, and achievements, most Americans today would have a hard time … Continue reading
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John Adams – Facts Are Stubborn Things
Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, ILJohn Adams was smart, brave, dedicated brilliant - and an egotistical, vain and easily offended man who loved his wife and his country. What a fascinating story! Adams' name is synonymous with the greatest glories of the American Revolution.No American … Continue reading
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The Declaration of Independence – America’s Purpose Statement
Private VenueThe Declaration Of Independence - America's Purpose Statement It was a moment that changed the history of the world forever. Throughout recorded time, there had been innumerable revolutions, revolts, and separatist movements. But never had such a group of educated … Continue reading
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Benjamin Franklin
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesBenjamin Franklin has been called "The First American." Certainly there is no life that can compare to his. He was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although he started in poverty grew to phenomenal well. He was … Continue reading
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The Revolutionary War
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesMost Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War. Although certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence - many … Continue reading
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The Revolutionary War
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesMost Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War. Although certain images from the Revolutionary Way are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence - many … Continue reading
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The Revolutionary War
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesMost Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War. Although certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence - many … Continue reading
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The Revolutionary War
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesMost Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War. Although certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence - many … Continue reading
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The Declaration of Independence – America’s Purpose Statement
Private VenueSigning Of The Declaration Of Independence The Declaration Of Independence - America's Purpose Statement It was a moment that changed the history of the world forever. Throughout recorded time, there had been innumerable revolutions, revolts, and separatist movements. But never … Continue reading
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The Revolutionary War
Private VenueMost Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War. Although certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence - many … Continue reading