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Independence or the Bayonet
Have you ever wanted to learn more about Delaware’s Founding Fathers? Or about what Delaware was doing during the lead-up to the Revolutionary War? Independence or the Bayonet covers the stories of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean from their lives prior to the Revolution, Delaware’s actions during the lead-up to the Declaration of Independence, the fallout, and what the three men did after. Join us to learn more about Delaware’s Founding Fathers and their involvement in the Revolutionary War.
Presented by: Maria Meyer, Delaware Public Archives
Presented by Delaware Public Archives.
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