The Founding of the American Republic: Prelude to Independence
Jul 29, 2019 07:37:43 #
Hug wrote:
Another great American History lesson. Thank you
My pleasure, Hug. Thank you.
Jul 29, 2019 07:45:36 #
Smedley_buzk**l wrote:
One thing; the British did not drive the Colonials from Breed's Hill. The Colonials were forced to retreat because they ran out of ammo.
The author didn’t provide a reason, but the one you give is historically correct, thank you.
I’m not a military person, especially when it comes to terminology. If you wouldn’t mind, could you explain the difference between “being driven from” and “retreating”? Does it boil down the reason for either? This is for my own edification. Be much appreciated, Smedley, thanks.
Jul 29, 2019 07:48:44 #
markc wrote:
Then look to Alexander Hamilton in the first paragraph:
“Young Alexander Hamilton put the matter this way: "What then is the subject of our controversy with the mother country? —“
This from a man that supported a strong central government. It can’t be both ways. There is only one direction or the other, esp.in our present political climate, or do you disagree that there can be compromise for the benefit of all?
“Young Alexander Hamilton put the matter this way: "What then is the subject of our controversy with the mother country? —“
This from a man that supported a strong central government. It can’t be both ways. There is only one direction or the other, esp.in our present political climate, or do you disagree that there can be compromise for the benefit of all?
Thanks a fair point, Mark. As to your question... in this day and age? I have my doubts but I hold out hope.
Jul 29, 2019 07:49:47 #
markc wrote:
Mentioning quotes, then I have to ad one from an all time favorite, IMO:
“If the world comes to an end, I want to be in Cincinnati. Everything comes there ten years later.” Mark Twain
“If the world comes to an end, I want to be in Cincinnati. Everything comes there ten years later.” Mark Twain
Lol... Twain is a virtual treasure trove of great quotes.
Jul 29, 2019 09:01:50 #
The Critical Critic wrote:
The author didn’t provide a reason, but the one you give is historically correct, thank you.
I’m not a military person, especially when it comes to terminology. If you wouldn’t mind, could you explain the difference between “being driven from” and “retreating”? Does it boil down the reason for either? This is for my own edification. Be much appreciated, Smedley, thanks.
I’m not a military person, especially when it comes to terminology. If you wouldn’t mind, could you explain the difference between “being driven from” and “retreating”? Does it boil down the reason for either? This is for my own edification. Be much appreciated, Smedley, thanks.
A retreat is a controlled withdrawal to minimize losses. "Being driven from" implies that the British were the winners.
Jul 29, 2019 09:27:21 #
Smedley_buzk**l wrote:
A retreat is a controlled withdrawal to minimize losses. "Being driven from" implies that the British were the winners.
Historians do say that the British won. Albeit a Pyrrhic victory, initially.
Jul 30, 2019 23:17:11 #
The Critical Critic wrote:
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Thank you very much. This is very beautiful and valuable sequel of last week's history of our country.
Review of the Founder's achievements, further broadens my love and appreciation, who made all these things possible.
Their bravery, brilliance of these most talented men, their sacrifices, and fortunes, are the most precious legacy and gifts, they've vested to all of us.
But it bothers me much, that the liberals and socialist democrats are now destroying the statues of the Founders, E.g. President George Washington,( General of the battle of Banker Hill, 1775; First US president, and Thomas Jefferson, the framer and summarized the Declaration of Independence, US President March 4, 1801-1809. They gave us liberty and freedom thru their earned sacrifices.
Without them, there is no America today
Jul 31, 2019 07:33:01 #
Radiance3 wrote:
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Thank you very much. This is very beautiful and valuable sequel of last week's history of our country.
Thank you very much. This is very beautiful and valuable sequel of last week's history of our country.
Thank you, Radiance. I hope you enjoy next Saturday’s equally as much, if not more.
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Review of the Founder's achievements, further broadens my love and appreciation, who made all these things possible.
Their bravery, brilliance of these most talented men, their sacrifices, and fortunes, are the most precious legacy and gifts, they've vested to all of us.
Their bravery, brilliance of these most talented men, their sacrifices, and fortunes, are the most precious legacy and gifts, they've vested to all of us.
So true!
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But it bothers me much, that the liberals and socialist democrats are now destroying the statues of the Founders, E.g. President George Washington,( General of the battle of Banker Hill, 1775; First US president, and Thomas Jefferson, the framer and summarized the Declaration of Independence, US President March 4, 1801-1809. They gave us liberty and freedom thru their earned sacrifices.
Without them, there is no America today
Without them, there is no America today
Agreed. It bothers me as well, and for that I think we can blame our deteriorating education system. As I read historical accounts, I often wonder how things could have turned out differently with just one slight change in any of the numerous decisions made by either of the men involved.
Thanks again, Radiance. See you next Saturday.
Aug 4, 2019 10:04:49 #
I decided to postpone the next essay so that OPP members may absorb the facts of the cases involving the mass shootings in Texas and Ohio. The next essay will be posted tonight around 10pm.
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