Thomas Paine’s Return to America
Many people know Paine as the author of Common Sense, The Crisis, and The Rights of Man. Fewer know him as an unapologetic opponent of slavery, paper money, and aristocratic privilege. Fewer still know he spent considerable time in both England and France – escaping...
9 Mostly-Ignored Facts About Independence Day
If you want some fun historical facts about Independence Day, here are a few: 1. Though the Declaration of Independence was adopted (after much adjustment to the verbiage) on July 4th, 1776, the Richard Henry Lee Resolution that called for all political ties with...
Voice of the Revolution: Patrick Henry Born Today in History
Today in history, on May 29, 1736, Patrick Henry was born. Known as “Hot Head” and “The Voice of the Revolution,” Henry was a renowned Virginian whose talents as a lawyer and politician were matchless. Henry had an uncanny penchant for fiery oratory, and used the...