Called to Liberty Series
America’s Legacy; God’s Story
The Lord has blessed America through its 250 years, and our prosperity is due to our rich and godly heritage. As our country reaches this milestone, may we praise God for His hand in our country’s founding through these great men that shaped our nation and chose freedom over security. Join us as we meet some of the signers of the Declaration of Independence through history and the writings of young authors.
- Roger Sherman: Lawyer and Patriot
Birth Date: April 19, 1721Birthplace: Newton, MassachusettsState Represented: ConnecticutOccupation: LawyerAge at Signing: 55Death: July 23, 1793 at the age of 72Quote: “The question is, not what rights naturally belong to man, but how they may be most equally and effectually… Read more: Roger Sherman: Lawyer and Patriot - John Adams: Lawyer, President, Patriot
Birth Date: October 30, 1735Birthplace: Braintree, MassachusettsState Represented: MassachusettsOccupation: LawyerAge at Signing: 40Death: July 4, 1826 at age 90Quote: “The longer I live, the more I read, the more patiently I think, and the more anxiously I inquire, the… Read more: John Adams: Lawyer, President, Patriot - George Wythe: Lawyer, Jurist, Patriot
Birth Date: October 31, 1726Birthplace: Elizabeth City Country, VirginiaState Represented: VirginiaOccupation: Lawyer and JuristAge at Signing: 50Death: June 8, 1806 at the age of 79Quote: “The dignity and stability of government… depends so much upon an upright and skillful administration… Read more: George Wythe: Lawyer, Jurist, Patriot - Thomas Jefferson: Planter, Politician, Patriot
Birth Date: April 2, 1743 Birthplace: Shadwell, Virginia State Represented: Virginia Occupation: Planter and Politician Age at Signing: 33 Death: July 4, 1826 at age 33 Quote: “Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask. Act! Action will… Read more: Thomas Jefferson: Planter, Politician, Patriot - Benjamin Franklin: Inventor, Author, Patriot
Birth Date: January 17, 1706Birthplace: Boston, MassachusettsState Represented: PennsylvaniaOccupation: Printer, Statesmen, ScientistAge at Signing: 70Death: April 17, 1790Popular Quote: “Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty… Read more: Benjamin Franklin: Inventor, Author, Patriot