Caesar Rodney's Ride, George Read's Refusal and that Precedent-Setting Frenchman
They Signed: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
English - June 22, 2012 14:03 - 21 MB - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsSociety & Culture History american history signers Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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A legendary ride is brought to dramatic life in this episode, as we discuss the Delaware delegation and the last-minute vote that switched Delaware from reconciliation to independence. We also go to England to look at some precedents for the Declaration including the famous "Great Letter" of King John.