THE YEAR THAT MADE AMERICA: From Rebellion to Independence, 1775-1776

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The untold story of how America's declaration of independence hinged on seven critical months in 1776 and the votes that changed the world forever. Reveals the precarious path to American independence through a series of pivotal dates that history has nearly forgotten. Details how the pivotal events of May 15, June 7, and July 2 shaped America's destiny, why Congress's bold January declaration triggered a chain of unstoppable events, the behind-the-scenes feud between Adams and Jefferson on their views of government after independence was won, and how the Declaration's influence extended from Lincoln's Gettysburg Address to modern times. Contains 21 black and white photos.