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The history of this great country is filled with patriot men and women like John Glover, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlin, Dolly Madison, Clara Barton. Unfortunately, the way our history is being taught to the new generations these days is appalling and disgraceful, ignoring the significant achievements of people such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and focusing on the negative sides of these great men.

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John Glover and his men along with their sailing prowess were very instrumental in the success of the Revolutionary War. He served with distinction and saved George Washington's bacon numerous times. Thank you Tara.

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John Glover is not as familiar as some of the other founding fathers, but his story is vitally important to the eventual freedom of America. It’s a shame that history books don’t tell us about the events Grover participated in and the importance of his and his skilled men in helping Washington several times. All Americans need to be taught these parts of history to help us understand and value our freedom and what it has cost many to obtain it and retain it. It hasn’t been without struggle and we are in a terrible one right now. It is Election Day. Fervently praying we still have strong resolute patriots fighting for our freedom which has been secured by brave men and women who have valiantly fought for the Constitutional Republic. We desperately need Divine intervention. Thanks for sharing this great story, Tara.

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Exactly Right Patty ✅️ 👏 👌 💯 👍 🙌

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Patriots with a special skill set provided by God for such a critical time. Thank you Tara.

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“I would have given a thousand worlds to have had General Lee, or some experienced officer present to direct, or at least to approve what I had done,”

And, through such men, our nation was born. Through God, we will keep it.

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Another great history lesson from you Tara. Thank you that have the genius to research our history of a fledging nation and present it to us all in an illustrative manner that leaves us all waiting for your next days writing.

❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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I have never heard of John Glover. Thank you for sharing this tremendous story! Glover was a uniquely skilled patriot and I trust didn’t die penniless like so many of his peers who gave off for the American Revolution including their lives. He certainly was an asset to the Continental Army.

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If they had the General Lee, they jump right over those rivers! 😉

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😂🤣😂

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Another “regular” hero! Pray for our country this day!

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One of my faves. Just saw his home in Marblehead in August…

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👍👍👍

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Thank you, Tara.

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🇺🇸 I’ve heard of the exploits, but, sadly, never of Jon Glover and his amazing men. 🇺🇲

Thanks, TR.

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Great story of aan unsung hero!! Thanks for this information on this brave man and his men that help save of country!!!

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Amazing story! Thank you!

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On Bostons North Shore, we still argue over whether Marblehead or nearby Beverly is the Birthplace of the US Navy!

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