Description: This book delves into the fascinating and controversial history of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, a document purportedly adopted by citizens of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, in May 1775 – over a year before the national Declaration of Independence. The author meticulously examines historical records, personal testimonies, and conflicting narratives to shed light on the declaration's authenticity and its place within the broader context of the American Revolution. Exploring the motivations and actions of the individuals involved, the book offers a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book invites readers to reconsider what they know about the origins of American independence and to appreciate the complexities and contested narratives that shape our understanding of the past. Ultimately, it demonstrates how the Mecklenburg Declaration, regardless of its contested origin, serves as a powerful testament to the spirit of freedom and self-determination that fueled the American Revolution. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Book Title: Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence : May 20, 1775 and Lives of Its Signers (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 210 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2015
Topic: United States / General
Item Height: 0.4 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: History
Item Weight: 10.1 Oz
Author: George W. Graham
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
