Learn about American history, the American Revolution and the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence. From Thomas Jefferson to George Read and William Hooper, this podcast covers the lives of the Signers.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Hopkins and Ellery: Raging Rhode Islanders
No unease about Independence in this colony. Rhode Island, formed in dissent and the anchor of religious tolerance in America, was a bastion of Patriot activity. We talk about two Signers: William Ellery who invoked the "Sword." in his discussions about reconciliation and the shaky-handed but fearless Stephen Hopkins.
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