July 4th

July 4th History: Catholic Patriots Were Unsung Heroes in American Revolution

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Did you know that many Catholic patriots not only took part in the America Revolution but distinguished themselves in fighting for independence, even gaining the admiration of George Washington? Heroes like John Barry, Stephen Moylan, Mary Waters and Thomas Fitzsimons should be better known. Commodore John Barry Commodore John Barry stood tall in both physical … Read more

What the Declaration of Independence Said and Meant

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It officially adopted the American Theory of Government: First Come Rights; Then Comes Government to Secure These Rights The Declaration of Independence used to be read aloud at public gatherings every Fourth of July. Today, while all Americans have heard of it, all too few have read more than its second sentence. Yet the Declaration … Read more