In 1768, Philadelphia physician Benjamin Rush stood before the empty throne of King George III, overcome with emotion as he gazed at the symbol of America's connection with England. Eight years later, he became one of the fifty-six men to sign the Declaration of Independence, severing America forever from its mother country. Rush was not alone in his radical decision,many of those casting their votes in favour of independence did so with a combination of fear, reluctance, and even sadness. In Our Lives, Our Fortunes and ...
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In 1768, Philadelphia physician Benjamin Rush stood before the empty throne of King George III, overcome with emotion as he gazed at the symbol of America's connection with England. Eight years later, he became one of the fifty-six men to sign the Declaration of Independence, severing America forever from its mother country. Rush was not alone in his radical decision,many of those casting their votes in favour of independence did so with a combination of fear, reluctance, and even sadness. In Our Lives, Our Fortunes and Our Sacred Honor , acclaimed historian Richard R. Beeman examines the grueling twenty-two-month period between the meeting of the Continental Congress on September 5, 1774 and the audacious decision for independence in July of 1776. As late as 1774, American independence was hardly inevitable,indeed, most Americans found it neither desirable nor likely. When delegates from the thirteen colonies gathered in September, they were, in the words of John Adams, a gathering of strangers." Yet over the next two years, military, political, and diplomatic events catalyzed a change of unprecedented magnitude: the colonists' rejection of their British identities in favour of American ones. In arresting detail, Beeman brings to life a cast of characters, including the relentless and passionate John Adams, Adams' much-misunderstood foil John Dickinson, the fiery political activist Samuel Adams, and the relative political neophyte Thomas Jefferson, and with profound insight reveals their path from subjects of England to citizens of a new nation. A vibrant narrative, Our Lives, Our Fortunes and Our Sacred Honor tells the remarkable story of how the delegates to the Continental Congress, through courage and compromise, came to dedicate themselves to the forging of American independence.
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"Our Lives, Our Fortunes, and Our Sacred Honor: The Forging of American Independence, 1774-1776" by Richard R. Beeman is a historical exploration of the critical period between 1774 and 1776 when the Continental Congress decided on the audacious path of American independence. The book delves into the lives and decisions of the delegates during these transformative twenty-two months. The book is a softcover First Edition from 2013 in Brand New condition. The covers are in great shape, the binding is square and tight, and the interior pages are clean and unmarked. Beeman examines the challenges, fears, and reluctant decisions that characterized the delegates' journey from being subjects of England to becoming citizens of a new nation. The narrative is likely to provide a detailed account of the individuals involved, including prominent figures like Benjamin Rush, John Adams, John Dickinson, Samuel Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. The book aims to offer a vibrant narrative, capturing the essence of the period when the rejection of British identity in favor of American identity took shape. The title reflects the profound commitment made by the delegates in their quest for independence. The book will be careful packaging for shipment to ensure protection from the elements. Additionally, a USPS electronic tracking number will be provided free of charge for transparency and security during the shipping process. If you have any specific questions or if you'd like more information or pictures regarding the book, the seller welcomes inquiries. 528 pages.
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