Been to the statue a few times. Live in town. Love the theme of this story. It doesn't matter if the facts all check out. Mecklenburg county was no longer part of the kingdom. Thanks Tara.
Thanks, Tara! I live in Charlotte, and this is a well-known, well-loved story here. Our international airport has a Captain Jack's Tavern in Concourse E, and here and there, you'll see references to him and his ride. He has become a legendary hero in the spirit of "We were the first to declare independence!"
We live in perilous times and would do well to follow the examples of those who have gone before like Captain James Jack. I hope we still have a majority of patriots willing to do whatever they can to preserve our Democratic Republic. I pray we do. There’s something for us all to do even if it seems insignificant.
It's amazing that so many from various areas in the colonies reacted so vehemently to the increasingly oppressive actions and attitudes of the crown. Slavery to the crown was abhorrent, but it was OK for far too many to own slaves themselves.
The Mecklenburg Declaration is a hot subject for many. Some are convinced it is real. Some think Jefferson used parts of it to help with writing the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Whatever it was, the committee which wrote that Mecklenburg Declaration believed it of enough merit and weight to send it first to their own NC delegation with hopes of it influencing the Continental Congress. Great story, Tara! Whatever that Declaration was, it certainly showed their thoughts and feelings toward the incursion on freedom by the British government was too much to bear.
Captain James Jack and the people of Mecklenburg, North Carolina were resolute with their declaration of independence, preceeding the act of the Continental Congress.
Immediate danger of retribution from the British existed so, Captain Jack and Charlotte, North Carolina were on the bleeding edge at this time in 1775.
While we don't know the exact contents of the message his brave ride of over 550 miles delivered to the Continental Congress, it's significance is clear. The citizens of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina were through with British rule. The line in the sand had been drawn. May God continue to bless the United States of America and may the people remember what our forefathers sacrificed in the name of Freedom and Independence.
Another unknown and great story about our past events leading up to during and after the Revolution. That’s why we read Tara’s post to remain informed.
Been to the statue a few times. Live in town. Love the theme of this story. It doesn't matter if the facts all check out. Mecklenburg county was no longer part of the kingdom. Thanks Tara.
Thanks, Tara! I live in Charlotte, and this is a well-known, well-loved story here. Our international airport has a Captain Jack's Tavern in Concourse E, and here and there, you'll see references to him and his ride. He has become a legendary hero in the spirit of "We were the first to declare independence!"
We live in perilous times and would do well to follow the examples of those who have gone before like Captain James Jack. I hope we still have a majority of patriots willing to do whatever they can to preserve our Democratic Republic. I pray we do. There’s something for us all to do even if it seems insignificant.
It's amazing that so many from various areas in the colonies reacted so vehemently to the increasingly oppressive actions and attitudes of the crown. Slavery to the crown was abhorrent, but it was OK for far too many to own slaves themselves.
Another Patriotic Hero that never gained the notoriety that he deserved.
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The Mecklenburg Declaration is a hot subject for many. Some are convinced it is real. Some think Jefferson used parts of it to help with writing the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Whatever it was, the committee which wrote that Mecklenburg Declaration believed it of enough merit and weight to send it first to their own NC delegation with hopes of it influencing the Continental Congress. Great story, Tara! Whatever that Declaration was, it certainly showed their thoughts and feelings toward the incursion on freedom by the British government was too much to bear.
Thank you Tara.
Captain James Jack and the people of Mecklenburg, North Carolina were resolute with their declaration of independence, preceeding the act of the Continental Congress.
Immediate danger of retribution from the British existed so, Captain Jack and Charlotte, North Carolina were on the bleeding edge at this time in 1775.
While we don't know the exact contents of the message his brave ride of over 550 miles delivered to the Continental Congress, it's significance is clear. The citizens of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina were through with British rule. The line in the sand had been drawn. May God continue to bless the United States of America and may the people remember what our forefathers sacrificed in the name of Freedom and Independence.
Another unknown and great story about our past events leading up to during and after the Revolution. That’s why we read Tara’s post to remain informed.
First rate. We need to know what these first patriots did in the spirit of independence.
Charlotte Mecklenburg was the wife of George III. Captain Jack was sent for more beef to make Carolina BBQ. 😉
A great story and a mystery that may never be fully understood or solved. Worthy of The Hardy Boys ! (Oops, my age is showing !)
What an interesting story. I've never heard of Captain Jack before. It's always good to learn something new.
Another American hero. Another North Carolinian. Thank you, Tara. These messages always inspire me.
Thank you, Tara.
🇺🇲 Another important part of our history I'm just learning now.
Thanks for sharing, TR 🇺🇸