The Fourth of July

The signers of the Declaration of Independence took a huge risk by signing their names to this document and expected, with good reason, to be hanged for repudiating their government. 

Amidst our picnics, cookouts, ball games, and fireworks, it is this brave act we should remember on July 4^th...  as well as  all the Americans, men and women, who took risks and made sacrifices, up to and including their lives, for the revolutionary cause.   

The hardships suffered and the losses incurred by all, rich and poor, should be remembered today… whether or not their names have been immortalized on a document or in history books.

Have a safe and happy July 4^th!