The Road to Independence: Virginia 1763-1783

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Virginia. History Government and Geography Service. The Road to Independence: Virginia 1763-1783

Foreword

Introduction

The Road to Independence: Virginia 1763-1783

Part I: 1763: The Aftermath of Victory

Part II: The Road to Revolution, 1763-1775

Part III: From Revolution to Independence

Part IV: The Commonwealth of Virginia

Part V: The War for Independence

Bibliography

Appendix

Declaration of Independence

Suggested Questions for Exploring Virginia's. Role in the Winning of Independence

Suggested Student Activities

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This publication was prepared to assist teachers in developing topics of study relating to the American Revolution and Virginia's role in the winning of independence and to help students develop deeper appreciation for the rich heritage that is theirs as citizens of the Commonwealth. The Virginia tradition was created by responsible men and women who believed in the inherent dignity of the individual, the role of government as a servant of the people, the value of freedom, justice, equality, and the concept of "rule of law." These ideals and beliefs remain the hallmark of Virginia and the nation.

Important objectives of this publication are:

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LIBERTY & PROPERTY are like those precious Vessels whose soundness is destroyed by the least flaw and whose use is lost by the smallest hole.

Virginians never deviated from this view.

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