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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2012

Caesar Rodney's Ride, George Read's Refusal and that Precedent-Setting Frenchman

from They Signed: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence · host Bruce Carlson

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.

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.

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