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Judeo-Christianity and the Constitution
In 1639 representatives from the Puritan towns of Windsor, Hartford, and Wethersfield in the Connecticut River Valley assembled in Hartford to create the world’s first written constitution that established a functioning government. It was the progenitor of the Constitution of the United States.
Aug 13, 2006 - 10:57:00 PM
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Protected Speech
The idea of the Bill of Rights was protection of individuals from the oppressions of government. The Bill of Rights does just that. It outlines the specific rights of individuals while specifically limiting the power of government over the citizens.
Feb 5, 2005 - 9:08:00 PM
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Thomas Stone 1743-1787
Thomas Stone died on this day, October 5, 1787. Who was he?
Oct 5, 2004 - 10:23:00 AM
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George Read 1733-1798
George Read died on this day, September 21, 1798. Who was he?
Sep 21, 2004 - 11:03:00 AM
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George Ross 1730-1779
George Ross died on this day, July 14, 1779. Who was he?
Jul 14, 2004 - 9:21:00 AM
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The War of Independence
Two hundred and twenty-eight years ago, the people of the American colonies began a new and dangerous venture, one that was to lead, first to war, and then to separation from England.
Apr 19, 2004 - 12:02:00 AM
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The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere
It isn't known with any certainty who fired the first shot, but the atmosphere in the colonies was ripe for war, and the war for American Independence had begun.
Apr 19, 2004 - 12:01:00 AM
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The Townshend Acts
In 1767, the English government cut the British land tax. To balance the budget, Charles Townshend promised that he would tax the Americans to make up the difference.
Apr 12, 2004 - 12:19:00 PM
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Richard Stockton 1730-1781
Richard Stockton died on this day, February 28, 1781. Who was he?
Feb 28, 2004 - 11:48:00 AM
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Christopher Snider's Role in the American Revolution
Chronicles the part that Christopher Snider, a 12-year-old boy, played in the setting of the American Revolution.
Feb 22, 2004 - 7:35:00 PM
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