Patriot Echoes – Exploring 250 years of patriot ideals.
- March 6, 1809, 217 years ago — Death of Thomas Heyward Jr..
- March 6, 1724, 302 years ago — Birth of Henry Laurens, President of the Continental Congress.
- March 7, 1707, 319 years ago — Birth of Stephen Hopkins, signer of the Declaration of Independence.
- March 7, 1699, 327 years ago — Birth of Susanna Boylston Adams, mother of John Adams.
Topic: Nationhood
Quotes
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“Be Americans. Let there be no sectionalism, no North, South, East or West. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“The name of American must always exalt the just pride of Patriotism. ”
George Washington , Diary Entry · View -
“The destiny of our republic depends on our ability to remain united. ”
George Washington , Farewell Address · View -
“The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation derived from local discriminations. ”
George Washington , Farewell Address · View -
“United we stand, divided we fall. ”
Patrick Henry , Speech in the Virginia Convention · View -
“It is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor. ”
George Washington , Thanksgiving Day Proclamation · View