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Mecklenburg, First and Forever Free

The Story of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence

By Julie Lentz Fogg

Overview

The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was signed in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 20th 1775 by a brave group of local leaders who declared themselves free and independent from Great Britain. This was more than a year before America's Declaration of Independence. This is a story about bravery, independence and a local tavern owner who became a legend and symbol of inspiration throughout Mecklenburg County.
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Description

The existence of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence has been debated by many, including through letters written by Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. Regardless of whether you believe, there is no denying the history of the annual celebrations held in Charlotte, North Carolina over the years, drawing thousands to Charlotte with four United States Presidents attending the celebration while serving as President: Taft (1909); Wilson (1916); Eisenhour (1954); and Ford (1975). In 2025, North Carolina will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. This children's book was created to share this heroic story with future generations.
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About The Author

Julie Lentz Fogg is an eighth generation American with Lentz ancestors immigrating from Postroff, Germany to Pennsylvania in 1753 and then to North Carolina in 1774. She has served on the board of The May 20th Society and Charlotte's Trail of History and is a member of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and the Stonewall Jackson Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Julie and her husband Stephen live in Charlotte with their two daughters Emma and Lily.

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Book details

  • Genre:children's nonfiction
  • Sub-genre:History / United States / Colonial & Revolutionary Periods
  • Age Range (years):0 - 12
  • Language:English
  • Pages:40
  • Hardcover ISBN:9798350988246