Thomas Jefferson, third President of this United States and writer and a signer of the Declaration of Independence would seem to be enough to make him the subject of every school child, and we would hope that it would ever be so.
The teaching of our early history in today's schools may not be what our older generation would hope for however.
Many people may not know that when he was a young man he was in the Virginia State Legislature and tried, unsuccessfully, to pass legislation banning slavery in Virginia.
Jefferson was born into a rich and prominent family of Virginia and as the eldest child inherited the estate called Monticello when he was fourteen years old. He studied Law and became prominent in the politics of the day. He was elected to the Virginia Legislature after hearing Patrick Henry's speech against the Stamp Act and became a vigorous champion for freedom from the Crown.
Mr. Jefferson married in 1772 to Mrs. Martha Skelton, a wealthy widow 23 years of age. Her father was a prominent lawyer and Jefferson learned much from his father in law.
During Jefferson's Presidency, from 1801-1809, he took the opportunity to put a stop to the practice of paying tribute to the Barbary Pirates to allow safe passage of our trading vessels. He sent the fleet to the Barbary Coast, put the Marines ashore, and ended that practice while, at the same time, ending the slave trade from that area.
President Jefferson's purchase of Louisiana from France, more than a million square acres, may be his most meaningful act. That single act opened up the United States all the way to the west coast.
Thomas Jefferson has been maligned time after time for owning slaves without any mention at all of his efforts to end it. As president he took no salary and had to sell off acres of his land to survive toward the end of his life.
Jefferson died on July 4, 1826 almost at exactly the same time as John Adams, two great men going home together.....Medicineman!
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Monday, August 5, 2019
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
RICHARD HENRY LEE, PATRIOT, 1732-1794
Richard Henry Lee was born into the prosperous family Lee, a few miles from the home of Washington in Westmorelnd County Virginia in 1732. At an early age he was sent to England to be schooled. He was a quick study and was especially interested in the ancient histories of republicanism. At an early age he became a devoted fan and follower of civil liberties.
Lee returned to the Colonies at the age of nineteen years and studied the literary arts while, at the same time, taking an active part in the athletics of the day, fitness of the body. To that end he formed a military body with himself elected as the leader.
When Braddock arrived at the request of the Civil government to march against the French and Indians on the Ohio, Lee offered the services of his body of men. Braddock turned down their offer, saying he did not need plain volunteers. Those who know the history of that fight remember that he took Major Washington and his Militia into the fight. Braddock discounted the advice of Washington, and died in the battle, while Washington managed to the save the body of men. Major Washington was untouched while he had 5 bullet holes in his coat.
Back to Lee. Richard Henry Lee was elected to the Virginia House of Burgesses at the age of twenty five and came quickly to the belief that the Colonies had no other choice but to become independent. Being of a young age he had little opportunity to speak out but when he did his opinions were taken seriously.
He was elected to the General Congress in 1774, reelected in 1775 he wrote the resolution to appoint Washington as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. In June 1776 Lee wrote the Resolution to permanently become independent of England. Thomas Jefferson and committee was directed to write the Declaration of Independence and with a few amendments was passed into law on July fourth, 1776.
Richard Henry Lee went on to serve his new country in various posts until his death in 1794......Medicineman!
Lee returned to the Colonies at the age of nineteen years and studied the literary arts while, at the same time, taking an active part in the athletics of the day, fitness of the body. To that end he formed a military body with himself elected as the leader.
When Braddock arrived at the request of the Civil government to march against the French and Indians on the Ohio, Lee offered the services of his body of men. Braddock turned down their offer, saying he did not need plain volunteers. Those who know the history of that fight remember that he took Major Washington and his Militia into the fight. Braddock discounted the advice of Washington, and died in the battle, while Washington managed to the save the body of men. Major Washington was untouched while he had 5 bullet holes in his coat.
Back to Lee. Richard Henry Lee was elected to the Virginia House of Burgesses at the age of twenty five and came quickly to the belief that the Colonies had no other choice but to become independent. Being of a young age he had little opportunity to speak out but when he did his opinions were taken seriously.
He was elected to the General Congress in 1774, reelected in 1775 he wrote the resolution to appoint Washington as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. In June 1776 Lee wrote the Resolution to permanently become independent of England. Thomas Jefferson and committee was directed to write the Declaration of Independence and with a few amendments was passed into law on July fourth, 1776.
Richard Henry Lee went on to serve his new country in various posts until his death in 1794......Medicineman!
Thursday, July 25, 2019
KOREAN WAR-----REMEMBERED!
July 27 we recognize 66 years since the Armistice was signed ending the Korean Police Action (War) conducted under the auspices of the United Nations. I want to make clear that U. S. Troops did not wear the blue helmet! There has never been a Treaty signed.
We were ill prepared for such a war. WWII had ended just 5 years before. The U.S. military was sending people home. We were occupying and rebuilding Japan. Troops there had gotten used to inactivity, had gotten out of shape and suddenly suited up in battler gear and sent to Korea to fight an overwhelming hoard of Korean fighters. It took time for troops to arrive from other bases to save the day.
My personal feeling is that allowing Russia to enter the war against Japan days before She surrendered brought on the next war 5 years later. Russia got Manchuria and half of Korea in the sharing of the spoils. Then they got greedy and wanted the whole country.
The three years cost some 34,000 American casualties and another 8,000+ never accounted for.
The fight has been called "The Forgotten War" but some still remember!.....Medicineman!
We were ill prepared for such a war. WWII had ended just 5 years before. The U.S. military was sending people home. We were occupying and rebuilding Japan. Troops there had gotten used to inactivity, had gotten out of shape and suddenly suited up in battler gear and sent to Korea to fight an overwhelming hoard of Korean fighters. It took time for troops to arrive from other bases to save the day.
My personal feeling is that allowing Russia to enter the war against Japan days before She surrendered brought on the next war 5 years later. Russia got Manchuria and half of Korea in the sharing of the spoils. Then they got greedy and wanted the whole country.
The three years cost some 34,000 American casualties and another 8,000+ never accounted for.
The fight has been called "The Forgotten War" but some still remember!.....Medicineman!
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
WILD SURROUNDINGS!
It is not just our weather that has been CRAZY, although a good case can be made for perhaps the wildest and craziest year we have had in many years. Is it possible it has been churned into a frenzy by the actions in Washington? Not surprising if so!
Everyone will agree that "The Swamp" hates Trump, has hated him from the beginning and will continue to hate him till "forever". The explanation is simple....He Won!
With that being said I want to focus on the issue of new and concentrated attacks, once again, on the Second Amendment and the citizen's right to defend himself, his family and property. To refresh your memory; the Second Amendment simply says: A well regulated Militia being necessary for the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms shall not be infringed.
My friends, that means only one thing; NOBODY MESSES WITH THAT RIGHT!
Let us all, especially those in Washington, remember that those with murder in their heart will find a way to do it with or without a gun...........Medicineman!
Everyone will agree that "The Swamp" hates Trump, has hated him from the beginning and will continue to hate him till "forever". The explanation is simple....He Won!
With that being said I want to focus on the issue of new and concentrated attacks, once again, on the Second Amendment and the citizen's right to defend himself, his family and property. To refresh your memory; the Second Amendment simply says: A well regulated Militia being necessary for the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms shall not be infringed.
My friends, that means only one thing; NOBODY MESSES WITH THAT RIGHT!
Let us all, especially those in Washington, remember that those with murder in their heart will find a way to do it with or without a gun...........Medicineman!
Friday, July 12, 2019
ASK? DON'T ASK! COUNT? DON'T COUNT!
Our Constitution calls for a Census every ten years. That is a count of the number of U.S. Citizens living in your state. The purpose of that count is to determine the number of Representatives each state sends to Washington each election day. That means the more "citizens" counted the more reps. and the more votes in the Electoral College and you know that it is that body that elects our President, not the popular vote.
In view of this information one can easily understand why the highly populated cities and states want EVERYBODY counted, citizen or here illegally. Easy to understand so far. But here is the "kicker". President Trump understand the necessity of the Electoral College. Without it he would likely have been defeated. Our system works and has worked through a lot of elections and we, the people, can still elect a president, even if we live in the middle of this great country.
Our Supreme Court has said, in two decisions now, that the Census Taker cannot ask of each of us the question: "Are you a Citizen?" I am not the smartest man in the world but that makes no sense to me.at all! I am very disappointed in the USSC! Middle America will never elect another President if allowed to stand!......Medicineman!
In view of this information one can easily understand why the highly populated cities and states want EVERYBODY counted, citizen or here illegally. Easy to understand so far. But here is the "kicker". President Trump understand the necessity of the Electoral College. Without it he would likely have been defeated. Our system works and has worked through a lot of elections and we, the people, can still elect a president, even if we live in the middle of this great country.
Our Supreme Court has said, in two decisions now, that the Census Taker cannot ask of each of us the question: "Are you a Citizen?" I am not the smartest man in the world but that makes no sense to me.at all! I am very disappointed in the USSC! Middle America will never elect another President if allowed to stand!......Medicineman!
Saturday, July 6, 2019
GEORGE WYTHE 1726-1800-VIRGINIAN
Having just celebrated Independence Day it seems fitting to get back to writing about the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
George Wythe of Virginia and born into a rich family and had every opportunity for a good education. George was deprived of his father's guidance at a very early age and his mother became his teacher. She was very well educated in Latin and able to give to George a good grasp of the classics.
His mother died suddenly before he was out of his teen years leaving him with great fortune. George, being young and a bit foolish, chose to spend his time partying and womanizing. George was thiry years of age before he became serious about his education and studied law under the best in Virginia. He was admitted to the Bar in 1757 and rose quickly in the profession. He was conscientious in his dealings and never took on a case knowingly that was unjust.
George became Chancellor of Virginia and held that post the rest of his life. With the passage of the Stamp Act George became a vigorous Patriot. In 1775 he was elected delegate to the General Congress and was there in 1776 when his colleague Mr. Lee presented his bold resolution for Independence. He was steadfast in his support of every item in the resolution and voted for and signed his name to The Declaration.
Wythe was chosen Speaker of the House in 1777 and the same year elevated to one of three judges of the high court of Chancery. When the new Chancery was formed he became the sole judge and held that seat for twenty years. The case came before him concerning whether a debt owed to an Englishman was binding after the Revolution. After careful deliberation and consideration of all issues his ruling was that, Yes, those debts were legal and binding. Probably not a very popular ruling.
Wythe formed a private school and taught students for free. His class included a slave boy he owned and when one day Wythe suddenly sickened and died. It was thought his food had been poisoned as the boy died the same way and he had consumed the same food. There was no conviction from the trial.
George Wythe was twice married but had no children....Medicinman!
George Wythe of Virginia and born into a rich family and had every opportunity for a good education. George was deprived of his father's guidance at a very early age and his mother became his teacher. She was very well educated in Latin and able to give to George a good grasp of the classics.
His mother died suddenly before he was out of his teen years leaving him with great fortune. George, being young and a bit foolish, chose to spend his time partying and womanizing. George was thiry years of age before he became serious about his education and studied law under the best in Virginia. He was admitted to the Bar in 1757 and rose quickly in the profession. He was conscientious in his dealings and never took on a case knowingly that was unjust.
George became Chancellor of Virginia and held that post the rest of his life. With the passage of the Stamp Act George became a vigorous Patriot. In 1775 he was elected delegate to the General Congress and was there in 1776 when his colleague Mr. Lee presented his bold resolution for Independence. He was steadfast in his support of every item in the resolution and voted for and signed his name to The Declaration.
Wythe was chosen Speaker of the House in 1777 and the same year elevated to one of three judges of the high court of Chancery. When the new Chancery was formed he became the sole judge and held that seat for twenty years. The case came before him concerning whether a debt owed to an Englishman was binding after the Revolution. After careful deliberation and consideration of all issues his ruling was that, Yes, those debts were legal and binding. Probably not a very popular ruling.
Wythe formed a private school and taught students for free. His class included a slave boy he owned and when one day Wythe suddenly sickened and died. It was thought his food had been poisoned as the boy died the same way and he had consumed the same food. There was no conviction from the trial.
George Wythe was twice married but had no children....Medicinman!
Friday, July 5, 2019
INDEPENDENCE DAY--TRUMP STYLE
The cadre of leftist Democrat candidates for president along with the liberal press cried out in outrage when the White House announced the huge public display of Patriotism and Pride in Country to be demonstrated by parades and speeches and fire works and fly-overs. They yelped and hollered like a stuck pig over the terrible cost and waste of resources. It would be nothing but "a stunt" and outright "campaigning". It would be a waste of money and just a chance for Donald Trump to blow his own horn and brag about Donald Trump.
Well America, you saw an Independence Day Celebration not seen for some time. The President was in tune with the importance of the day and the citizens of this great country that have produced the men and women who make up this great military strength unequaled anywhere in the world. The day was a day that our founders would have been proud to have seen and to take part in!
What America did not see on this Independence Day was a campaign speech. You "democratic-socialists" please take note!....Medicineman!
Well America, you saw an Independence Day Celebration not seen for some time. The President was in tune with the importance of the day and the citizens of this great country that have produced the men and women who make up this great military strength unequaled anywhere in the world. The day was a day that our founders would have been proud to have seen and to take part in!
What America did not see on this Independence Day was a campaign speech. You "democratic-socialists" please take note!....Medicineman!
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