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Tag Archives: Miracle at Philadelphia
The Federal Convention
Nobody went into the “Constitutional Convention” calling it the “Constitutional Convention”. For the most part (except for maybe Madison, Hamilton, and Washington who pretty much wanted to create a strong “energetic” national government from the getgo) they were all there … Continue reading
Posted in Founding Fathers
Tagged Alexander Hamilton, Catherine Drinker-Bowen, Miracle at Philadelphia, politics
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Washington’s head
Here’s an article analyzing George Washington’s head, via the Jean-Antoine Houdon bust. It’s a famous bust – Houdon poured plaster over Washington’s head – and I believe he had a bit of a dodgy time getting the dern stuff off … Continue reading
Posted in Founding Fathers
Tagged Catherine Drinker-Bowen, George Washington, Miracle at Philadelphia, politics
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The Soothing “Miracle” at Philadelphia
Obviously I’m really upset right now. To the point where I am finding it hard to even think straight. I want to wave a magic wand over my computer, and have it all be well again. So what do I … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Founding Fathers
Tagged Catherine Drinker-Bowen, Miracle at Philadelphia, politics
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