The Declaration of Independence essentially said that the American Colonies wanted their freedom from England. Fifty-six of our Founding Fathers knowingly laid their lives, liberty and honor on the line when they signed that Declaration. It took eight years of war to win our Independence. In that war, nine of the signers were killed in action, five died as prisoners of war, 12 had homes burned, several lost sons, one man's wife died in prison and 16 went broke. We are all beneficiaries of their sacrifice, and I feel so grateful for all who paved the way for us to live with the freedoms we enjoy today.
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Popping over from PW's site to say Amen, Blue, Amen!
Too many people forget what the celebration is all about. Awesome explanation!
Happy Fifth of July!
Hugs,
Debbie
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