Mary Katherine Goddard’s most important contribution to this country was the publication of the 'Goddard Broadsides,' one of the earliest public printings of the Declaration of Independence.
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Francis Lightfoot Lee Resigns In Protest
Francis was your stereotypical wealthy Virginian of the 18th century.
The Unsung Legal Mind of Revolutionary James Wilson
James Wilson is one of those Founders who was there for almost every important moment during the American Revolution.
Lewis Morris Risks His Comfort For His Country
Lewis Morris put his life, liberty and happiness on the line when he signed the Declaration of Independence.
The Declaration of Independence - A Founder of the Day Interpretation
Today's article is my interpretation of the Declaration of Independence. It is recounted in simple, modern English to make things easy to understand.
The Midnight Ride of Caesar Rodney
Caesar Rodney was the most important person to arrive at the Pennsylvania State House to vote for the Declaration of Independence.
Matthew Tilghman and the Freemen of Maryland
At the beginning of the American Revolution, someone from Maryland had to lead its people to independence. Matthew Tilghman stepped into that role.
George Read - A New Delaware, A New Nation
George Read was present for many of the major political events in the American Revolution and his fingerprints were quietly scattered around the creation of the United States.
Robert Treat Paine - Upholding the Rule of Law
Although less famous than the other Massachusetts delegates, Robert Treat Paine was a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
The Two Sick Thomas Lynchs
Thomas Lynch and his son, Thomas Lynch Jr, were American Patriots whose story ended just when they were about to make history.
Benjamin Harrison - Overseeing the Debate on Independence
Benjamin Harrison was an important leader throughout the Founding Period, most notably during the debates on separation from Britain.
William Ellery - Witnessing History
William Ellery may have been a minor role-player in the American Revolution, but he sat front and center at one of the most important moments in United States history.
Roger Sherman and the Great Compromise
Roger Sherman had his signature on all the major documents of the American Revolution. At the Constitutional Convention he made his most significant impact on American History.
John Hart - Cave Dweller
John Hart was a miller and public servant at the outset of the American Revolution. Already an older man when troubles began he was a respected citizen of New Jersey.
John Dickinson - Part 2: Declaring Caution
John Dickinson's ideas for the direction of America did not immediately coincide with declaring independence. His actions in early July 1776 may have hurt his reputation, but it left him with a clean conscience.
John Dickinson - Part 1: Revolutionary Author
John Dickinson was one of the most important members of the Founding Generation. Without him, there is no America.
James Smith
James Smith only held minor public offices before and after the American Revolution. During the crisis, however, he was one of those who stepped up when times got tough.
Thomas Nelson Jr. - Armed Governor
Had you lived in Virginia during the late 18th century, Thomas Nelson Jr.'s name would have been known to you. He was a leader for both the state and nation as well as a committed revolutionary.
The Halifax Resolves
The Halifax Resolves is one of those documents which often get bypassed in the study of American History. With so much focus on States like Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia, sometimes important events in can be overlooked in places like North Carolina.
Samuel Adams - Professional Rebel
Sam Adams is known today more for being a brewery than a Founding Father. He was, however, one of the important early rebels who ignited the flame of liberty in the United States