The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington, Hancock, Franklin, … Continue reading
“Live free or die; death is not the worst of evils.” John Stark, before the Battle Of Bennington John Wayne, who dodged service in World War, often played a courageous hero who triumphed against the most incredible military adversity. John … Continue reading
The Battle Of Trenton The iconic image of George Washington’s little boat 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 … Continue reading
My First Vote (The story of My First Vote is factual; however, I have chosen to obscure some details in the interest of privacy.) I developed my lifelong passion for voting at an early age. My father, a World War … Continue reading
On Monday, February 18th, 1861, a frail 98-year-old man stood on a festooned platform in Syracuse, New York, and shook the hand of President-elect Abraham Lincoln. The moment was profoundly moving for Lincoln. As Lincoln shook the hand of Reverend … Continue reading