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Revolutionary War
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
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
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
Battle Of Trenton – Turning Point For Humanity
Private VenueThe Battle Of Trenton The image of George Washington crossing the Delaware river is firmly ingrained deep in the consciousness of America. Many people remember, in general terms, that General Washington took his army on rickety boats across an ice … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
Battle Of Trenton – Turning Point For Humanity
Barrington Library 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington, ILThe Battle Of Trenton The image of George Washington crossing the Delaware river is firmly ingrained deep in the consciousness of America. Many people remember, in general terms, that General Washington took his army on rickety boats across an ice … Continue reading