The Picture of American Independence

The Picture of American Independence
“The Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776,” circa 1792, by John Trumbull. Oil on canvas, 20.9 inches by 31 inches. Trumbull Collection to 1832. Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, Conn. Public Domain
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“The establishment of our new Government seemed to be the last great experiment for promoting human happiness, by reasonable compact, in civil Society.” —George Washington, in a letter to Catharine Sawbridge Macaulay Graham, Jan. 9, 1790

We’re living in the Great Experiment. Established less than 250 years ago, the United States is founded on the revolutionary conviction that independence, hard work, and honor can bear great fruit. Americans benefit from a prosperous legacy of faith, hope, and grit. The treasures of our heritage are a gift that each generation has the power to squander or save.

Andrea Nutt Falce
Andrea Nutt Falce
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Andrea Nutt Falce is a happy wife and mother of four. She is also a Florentine-trained classical realist artist and author of the children’s book, “It’s a Jungle Out There.” Her work can be found at AndreaNutt.com
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