7 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Are Buried Here
This Independence Day, visit the Philadelphia church and corresponding burial ground where seven signers of the Declaration of Independence are buried — including Benjamin Franklin. Christ Church wasn't just a house of worship for George Washington and Betsy Ross. It was the spiritual heart of the American Revolution. In this video, we explore the early history of Christ Church: from its colonial origins to its role in the Revolutionary War. We will then tour the burial grounds that holds some of the most important figures in US history. As we mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, let us pay our respects for those who put their lives on the line so our nation could become a reality. --- Chapters: 00:00 — Introduction: The Church That Shaped America 02:21 — Origins of Christ Church (1695) 05:57 — George Washington's Pew at Christ Church 06:34 — Christ Church & The American Revolution 07:28 — Rev. William White & The Birth of the US Episcopal Church 09:56 — The Burial Grounds of Christ Church 11:02 — 7 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Are Buried Here 12:07 — Signer #1: James Wilson | An architect for a young nation's legal system 13:11 — Signer #2: Robert Morris | The Financier of the Revolution 14:08 — Signer #3: Francis Hopkinson | Creator of America's early iconography 15:14 — Signer #4: George Ross | The Uncle-In-Law of Betsy Ross 15:51 — Signer #5: Joseph Hewes | Advocate for the Continental Navy 16:55 — Signer #6: Dr. Benjamin Rush | The Doctor of the American Revolution 18:02 — Signer #7: Benjamin Franklin | The most famous American 20:10 — Closing Thoughts --- If you love learning about American History, subscribe to Redoubt Productions. New videos Saturdays at 5 PM EST: @Redoubt_Productions Our Website: https://redoubtproductions1754.com/ Three Cheers For The Garrison: Robert Fryman Trippy Soul Become A Channel Member (Or Donate): https://ko-fi.com/redoubtproductions #americanhistory #foundingfathers #americanrevolution #benjaminfranklin #america250
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