A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry / With an appendix, containing the Constitution of the United States, and other documents

Name: A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry / With an appendix, containing the Constitution of the United States, and other documents
Author: L. Carroll Judson

By L. Carroll Judson

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A collection of concise biographical sketches of the individuals who signed the Declaration of Independence, accompanied by portraits of George Washington and Patrick Henry, recounts prominent acts, personal traits, and public service of each figure while offering practical reflections on virtue and republican duty. The text outlines the causes and progress of the revolution and the framing of federal government, and appends essential documents — a declaration, articles of confederation, the Constitution and its amendments, a farewell address, and Jefferson’s original draft — to situate the sketches within the founding era and to encourage civic knowledge and preservation of the union.

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L. Carroll Judson

L. Carroll Judson was an American author known for his historical writings on the American Revolution and the founding figures of the United States. His notable works include "A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, and of Washington and Patrick Henry," which provides insights into the lives of key figures in American history, and "The Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution," which celebrates the contributions of revolutionary leaders. Judson's writings reflect a deep interest in the principles and events that shaped the nation, making his works valuable resources for understanding early American history.