Sons and Daughters of Liberty: Fighting for Fairness and Freedom
Introduction On August 14, 1765, a likeness of Massachusetts Distributor of Stamps Andrew Oliver was hanged from the so-called “Liberty Tree” in Boston. Over the
Introduction On August 14, 1765, a likeness of Massachusetts Distributor of Stamps Andrew Oliver was hanged from the so-called “Liberty Tree” in Boston. Over the
Background Although Americans gained their independence with the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783, winning the war was only the first step toward building
Introduction When the Revolutionary War began in April 1775, most colonists were fighting for increased rights from Great Britain, not for independence. As the war
Have You Ever? Have you ever heard an impassioned speech that motivated you to action? Did you ever read an article that completely changed your
Have You Ever? Your parents have always been fairly hands-off: they let you make your own choices and learn your own mistakes. Then one day,
Introduction The Constitution is one of the most influential documents in American history. It outlines the government under which we live and details the rights
Background In 1783, the Revolutionary War ended: after seven long, hard years, Americans had won their independence from Great Britain and could begin constructing a