American Revolution: Reason and Religion

American Revolution: Reason and Religion

What part did the Enlightenment and the revival of the Great Awakening play in the American Revolution? Blog: https://billpetro.com/american-revolution-reason-and-religion [https://billpetro.com/american-revolution-reason-and-religion] #America-250 #AmericanRevolution #Independence #USA

History of America: 250 Years

Why do the 250 years of America represent a unique nation in world history? Blog: https://billpetro.com/history-of-america-250-years [https://billpetro.com/history-of-america-250-years] #America-250 #UnitedStates #USA

History of St. John the Baptist Day: Midsummer

Who was this prophet, what was his history, and how has his life been celebrated around the world throughout history? How is it related to Midsummer? https://billpetro.com/st-john-the-baptist [https://billpetro.com/st-john-the-baptist] #StJohnTheBaptistDay #Midsummer

History of John Witherspoon: the Ordained Founding Father

How a Scottish immigrant preacher became the sole clergyman to sign the Declaration of Independence. Blog: https://billpetro.com/history-of-john-witherspoon #JohnWitherspoon [https://billpetro.com/history-of-john-witherspoon #JohnWitherspoon] #FoundingFather #AmericanRevolution

Interview on BBC: What's the History Behind New Years Eve?

BBC Radio 5 Live interview to discuss the traditions of an American New Year's Eve celebration. Blog: https://billpetro.com/interview-history-behind-new-years-eve [https://billpetro.com/interview-history-behind-new-years-eve] #BBC #NewYearsEve