First for Independence: The Halifax Resolves of 1776
April 12, 1776 – the first official action by one of the colonies in full support of declaring independence. The Halifax Resolves were also the first example of a colony-wide assembly admitting that reconciliation with the British was no longer an option. Path...
That Which is Not Law Ought Not to Be Obeyed
A patriot and a hero to the American Revolutionaries, Algernon Sidney was seen as a martyr for liberty for writing, but not even publishing, words based on natural rights the crown felt were a threat to its hold on power. Path to Liberty: December 6, 2023...
Today in History: Founding Father Josiah Bartlett Born
On this date in 1729, Josiah Bartlett was born. Bartlett signed the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation. He was also instrumental in securing New Hampshire’s ratification of the Constitution. Bartlett was born on Nov. 21, 1729, in...