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Writings on the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution

Links to some of my previous writings on these topics, which remain relevant today.

Reason

Trump vs. the Declaration of Independence

Several of the items on the Declaration's list of grievances against King George III also apply to Donald Trump today.

Reason

A year before declaring independence, colonists offered 'Olive Branch' petition to King George III

Millions of protesters have denounced President Donald Trump as a would-be autocrat and marched under the banner “No Kings.”

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250 years after America went to war for independence, a divided nation battles over its legacy

Let the arguments begin

The Independent UK

Items that reflect ‘elegance and artistry’ of Barbara Taylor Bradford go on sale

The British-American author found fame with her debut novel, A Woman Of Substance, and went on to write 40 novels.

Evening Standard

Will Prince Louis be Granted a Title from Dad Prince William That's "Tainted With Sadness"—or Will He Get a Dukedom at All?

Royal historian Jessica Storoschuk tells 'Marie Claire' what Prince Louis and Prince George's future titles could look like.

Marie Claire

Tyrannical leader? Why comparisons between Trump and King George III miss the mark on 18th-century British monarchy

George III, king of Great Britain and its colonies at the time of the American Revolution, has been maligned unfairly.

The Conversation

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Why do we have Christmas trees? Plus, the origins behind other Christmas traditions

Ever wondered why we eat mince pies and turkey at Christmas? And give each other gifts?

Woman & Home

During the American Revolution, Brits weren’t just facing off against white Protestant Christians − US patriots are diverse and have been since Day 1

In 1770, Barnard Gratz of Philadelphia wrote to a friend complaining about a recent speech by King George III. Gratz, an American patriot, wrote that the speech “was such narishkeit” that it was “not worth the postage.”

The Conversation

Best Regency-style furniture for adding grandeur to your interiors

Step back in time with this palatial interior trend

Evening Standard

Donald Trump is desperate to land a punch on Kamala Harris. But he fails

Trump frantically attempts to find the key to a negative campaign against Harris. But, like the mad King Lear, he spins into agitation and confusion

The Guardian - US

Fun facts about royal christenings over the years

For a family so full of history and ceremony, it should come as no surprise that there are plenty of interesting facts and traditions about their christenings

Woman & Home

Princess Charlotte’s surprisingly close link to Bridgerton’s Queen Charlotte revealed by historian

The Netflix hit may be mostly fiction, but Queen Charlotte was a real historical figure and her ties to today's Royal Family are still strong

GoodToKnow

Key US independence document bore arms of British king

UK expert discovers George III watermark on paper used as 1776 founding document, which is kept in secure vault

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Five controversial historical royal portraits – from drunken kings to sexy mermaids

It’s been a strange year for representations of British royalty. In March, major photo agencies issued a rare “kill notice” on a photo of Catherine, Princess of Wales after evidence emerged that it had been tampered with. In May, Jonathan Yeo’s official portrait of King Charles sparked online discussion with…

The Guardian - UK

A Wessex trail: Dorset’s Hardy Way leads to the historic Smugglers Inn

A circular walk across hills and through picturesque villages known to Constable and Hardy starts and ends at an ancient smugglers’ watering hole near Weymouth

The Conversation

Christmas at Kew: what the royal household of King George III ate for their festive dinner in 1788

Picture the scene: a cosy but grand rural retreat. A long mahogany table is dressed for Christmas with evergreen foliage. Flickering flames in a huge stone fireplace reflect off crystal chandeliers, gold candelabras, and the jewelled tiaras of ladies sitting down to dine. A parade of footmen arrives carrying 21…

Evening Standard

Ten historical Black British figures who helped shaped the country

Around 75 per cent of Britons either do not know "very much" or simply "anything" about Black British history, a survey has revealed

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How term limits for Australian political leaders could build a stronger democracy

King George III reputedly said of the inaugural US president, George Washington, on learning the American had declined a third term of office, that he was “the greatest character of the age”. George III marvelled at Washington because, despite entreaties that he continue as president, Washington had voluntarily ceded power.…

Marie Claire

When Prince William Becomes King, What Will His Children’s Titles Be?

All three stand to have exclusive titles when the time comes.

The Independent UK

How Devon’s original seaside resort is making a comeback

From Victorian splendour to faded seaside resort and back again, Exmouth is rewriting its story; Richard Collett checks out this town in the midst of revival

Axios

A 'merciless' reminder of Indigenous history on July 4

Phrase in Declaration of Independence reflects how racism was baked into nation's founding document.

The Conversation

“We the People” includes all Americans – but July 4 is a reminder that democracy remains a work in progress

The United States’ founders firmly rejected King George III and the entire idea of monarchy 247 years ago, on July 4, 1776.

Reason

A Tale of Two Originalists

Justice Gorsuch v. Justice Thomas in Brackeen.

Daily Record

Trooping the Colour - what and when is it and how can you watch?

The annual event falls on the Sovereign's birthday each year in June and this year's is Charles first as British Monarch.

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