Happy Independence Day!

 

Happy 4th of July!

As we in the USA celebrate our birthday and our independence from the British Crown, it is wise to remember that the fight for said independence was not quickly gained nor without a price.

A mere six months from the signing of the Declaration, things looked very bleak for the newly declared "United States of America". General Washington and the Continental Army were being chased by British forces all along the East Coast, and there was an excellent chance that the dream of founding this new nation would be utterly and forever quashed.

But in December of 1776, thing took a dramatic change .......in New Jersey. New Jersey is proudly hailed as "The Crossroads of the Revolution" as more skirmishes, battles and sorties were fought here than in other colony. As much as New Jersey is often the butt of jokes - even going back to Colonial times, it is fair to state that if it wasn't for New Jersey, there might never have been a United States of America. Being born, raised and living in this "colony" makes this holiday all the more special.

If you have the time, I would recommend spending some time to watch the following:

A superb film that pretty accurately tells the story of the bravery, courage, fortitude and determination and stubbornness of the men and women who fought and died to make this new nation free. We owe much to them and they are solemnly remembered on this day.

Happy Independence Day and may God forever Bless the United States of America.

72 de Larry W2LJ

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