Fourth of July Stories
The Signing of the Declaration of Independence
John Hancock, President of Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence, writing his name in large, plain letters, and saying: "There! John Bull can read my name without spectacles. Now let him double the price on my head, for this is my defiance."...
Extended Family Cook-Out
One year, Jim's family was having the "extended family" 4th of July cookout at their home. One of the special...
The Declaration of Independence
While danger was gathering round New York, and its inhabitants were in mute suspense and fearful...Washington and the Cowards
During the evacuation of New York by Washington, two divisions of the enemy, encamped on Long Island,...
A Brave Girl
In the year 1781 the war was chiefly carried on in the South, but the North was constantly troubled by...
Holiday Links
Independence Day Stories:
- A Brave Girl
- Extended Family Cook-Out
- The Boston Tea Party
- Washington and the Cowards
- The Declaration of Indepedence
