The Declaration of Independence not only explains why America is just in her cause to separate from England, it pleads that all men are endowed by God with inalienable rights, rights that England had violated. When a government no longer fulfills the purpose to which their power was granted, it is time to break the bonds. The Declaration explains in detail why the patriots believed King George had acted in a tyrannical manner; and though they had tried humbly for relief, they were instead given even more injury. Therefore, they reasoned that King George is no longer fit to reign over a free people. ...I shall not undertake to say where the line between Great Britain and the colonies should be drawn; but I am clearly of opinion, that one ought to be drawn, and our rights clearly ascertained. I could wish, I own, that the dispute had been left to posterity to determine, but the crisis is arrived when we must assert our rights, or submit to every imposition, that can heaped upon us... George Washington to Bryan Fairfax, August 24, 1774 The God who gave us life gave us liberty at the same time; the hand of force may destroy, but cannot disjoin them. Thomas Jefferson, "The Rights of British America," 1774 And yet the same revolutionary belief for which our forebears fought is still at issue around the globe, the belief that the rights of man come not from generosity of the state but from the hand of God. John F. Kennedy The story of how colonial America, under the rule of England, became a nation unto its own sizzles with faith inside the hearts and biographies of the founding fathers. America's scrappy, sloppy ragtag army was ill prepared, but their unwavering belief in the right of freedom under God held back the greatest military might in the world. Includes biographies of all signers of the Declaration with many faith-based quotes, fact sheets with a Christian focus for each of the original 13 states, complementary Bible verses for each signer and state, original rhymes for the signers in helping to remember each one, illustrations. Almost 400 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Includes sections on early Christmas, on early Education, and on Slavery/the agony it caused within the hearts of the founders and how Christians enlightened the conscience of the country. Organization of DAR is highlighted.
