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Traitor Tuesday ~ Celebrating 250 Years of the United States as a Separate Nation: John Adams, American Founding Father and the “Atlas of Independence”

John Adams was a 40 years old lawyer when he signed the Declaration of Independence. He was the father of five, and, miraculously lived to the age of 90, passing on July 4, 1826 [the 50th anniversary of the vote … Continue reading →

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“Bonus” Traitor Thursday ~ Celebrating 250 Years of the United States as a Separate Nation: Benjamin Rush, Signer of the Declaration of Independence and “Father of American Psychiatry”

  This year, the United States of America celebrates 250 years of   being a nation. Throughout this year, I will highlight those who   took a stand, specifically in signing The Declaration of   Independence. I will feature a variety of signers … Continue reading →

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