Note: The following text is a transcription of the Stone Engraving of the parchment Declaration of Independence (the document on display in the Rotunda at the National Archives Museum.) The spelling and punctuation reflects the original. "A Biography of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence" by L. Carroll Judson is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides comprehensive biographical sketches of the individuals who signed the Declaration of Independence, along with notable figures such as George Washington and Patrick Henry. The book's overarching theme revolves around the lives Book/Printed Material 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. View 364 images in sequence. Most know of the importance of the Declaration of Independence, but few know much about its Signers. This book (originally published in 1848 by eminent 19th-century historian, Benson J. Lossing) provides a brief biography of each signer of the Declaration. Step into history like never before. Watch America's brave Signers of the Declaration of Independence come to life to share their stories, struggles, and A map and a chart listing the vital statistics of the signers complete the introduction to each chapter. Next, information about their backgrounds, their contributions to America's independence, and their lives after signing the Declaration is presented. From grocers to planters and lawyers, the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence were a varied lot. This unique references recounts the lives of them all, focusing on their education, personal traits, and political careers and on the events that led them individually to take a stand for the cause of independence. A narrative genealogical history provides names, birth and death dates Signers of the Declaration of Independence Download this Information in PDF Format Most people know the importance of the Declaration of Independence, but few know much about its signers. This reprint of an 1848 original provides a brief biography on each of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration. Learn the virtues of these venerated Americans who helped create the most stable and enviable nation in the world. Short biographies of each of the signers follow. An appendix reprints the complete text of the Declaration of Independence and summarizes the history of the document itself. The book measures 6 X 9 inches, has 180 pages and a laminated paper cover. Born on April 13, 1743, near present-day Charlottesville, Virginia, Thomas Jefferson was the primary drafter of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States. Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence? Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned. Two lost their sons serving in the Revolutionary Army; another had two sons captured. Discover Signers of The Declaration of Independence: Their Lives, Their Loves, Their Laments by Frank G Wilkes PhD and millions of other books available at Barnes & Noble. Shop paperbacks, eBooks, and more! Text of the Declaration of Independence Note: The source for this transcription is the first printing of the Declaration of Independence, the broadside produced by John Dunlap on the night of July 4, 1776. The signers of the Declaration of Independence by Della Gray Barthelmas Publication date 1997 Topics United States. -- Signers -- Biography., United States. -- Signers -- Genealogy., United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Biography. Publisher McFarland Collection internetarchivebooks; inlibrary; printdisabled Contributor Internet An appendix reprints the complete text of the Declaration of Independence and summarizes the history of the document itself. The book measures 6 X 9 inches, has 180 pages and a laminated paper cover. Ninety-two black and white illustrations include portraits of each of the Signers and paintings and photographs of other aspects of this story. Most of the signers of the Declaration of Independence are vague and mythical figures to the average American. Jefferson, Adams, Hancock, Franklin and Morris are familiar names. Yet the others, in affixing their signatures to the Declaration, showed equal patriotism and deserve equally well of their country. Fervid Revolutionary Patrick Henry numbered among those patriots of national reputation who were not Members of Congress at the time of the signing of the Declaration. (Oil, before 1897, by an unknown artist, after Thomas Sully, Independence National Historical Park.) THE signers possessed many basic similarities. He described the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution as "these fragile objects which bear so great a weight of meaning to our people." The story of the Declaration of Independence as a document can only be a part of the larger history, a history still unfolding, a "weight of meaning" constantly, challenged, strengthened, and redefined. The 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence risked their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor for the cause of American liberty. They ranged in age from 26 to 70, came from
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