1765 – 1799
Revolutionary Era
Correspondence from the American and French Revolutions, capturing the birth of modern democratic ideals.
2 letters from this era
Revolutionary Era
Political
Letter to Abigail Adams on Independence
John Adams → Abigail Adams
Yesterday the greatest Question was decided, which ever was debated in America, and a greater perhaps, never was or will be decided among Men.
July 3, 1776 • Philadelphia
Revolutionary Era
Political
Letter to George III
Benjamin Franklin → King George III
The colonies have borne every burden you have placed upon us with patience, hoping that reason and justice would prevail. But our patience is now exhausted.
July 5, 1775 • Philadelphia