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Lives, Fortunes, & Sacred Honor: The Signers of the Declaration
You will never know how much it cost the present generation to preserve your FREEDOM. I hope you will make a good use of it. -John Adams (1777)
LIVES, FORTUNES, & SACRED HONOR tells the remarkable stories of the 56 individuals who signed the Declaration of Independence, revealing the inspiring depth of their personal courage and conviction. Drawn from original documents and sources, readers encounter not only the remarkable intellect and leadership of these men, but also the moral and spiritual foundations that shaped their actions.This book underscores the immense personal cost many endured, sacrificing wealth, security, and even family for the cause of freedom. Each profile offers a glimpse into the character and faith that united these Founders in a common purpose. This addition to The American Story Collection invites readers to reflect on the enduring legacy of sacrifice, principles, and patriotism that birthed this exceptional nation.
LIVES, FORTUNES, & SACRED HONOR tells the remarkable stories of the 56 individuals who signed the Declaration of Independence, revealing the inspiring depth of their personal courage and conviction. Drawn from original documents and sources, readers encounter not only the remarkable intellect and leadership of these men, but also the moral and spiritual foundations that shaped their actions.This book underscores the immense personal cost many endured, sacrificing wealth, security, and even family for the cause of freedom. Each profile offers a glimpse into the character and faith that united these Founders in a common purpose. This addition to The American Story Collection invites readers to reflect on the enduring legacy of sacrifice, principles, and patriotism that birthed this exceptional nation.
- GenresHistory
336 pages, Paperback
Published June 23, 2026
About the author
David Barton
265 books292 followersDavid Barton is the Founder and President of WallBuilders, a national pro-family organization that presents America's forgotten history and heroes, with an emphasis on our moral, religious and constitutional heritage.
WallBuilders is a name taken from the Old Testament writings of Nehemiah, who led a grassroots movement to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem and restore its strength and honor. In the same way, WallBuilders seeks to energize the grassroots today to become involved in strengthening their communities, states, and nation.
David is the author of numerous best-selling books, with the subjects being drawn largely from his massive library of tens of thousands of original writings from the Founding Era. He also addresses well over 400 groups each year.
His exhaustive research has rendered him an expert in historical and constitutional issues and he serves as a consultant to state and federal legislators, has participated in several cases at the Supreme Court, was involved in the development of the History/Social Studies standards for states such as Texas and California, and has helped produce history textbooks now used in schools across the nation.
WallBuilders is a name taken from the Old Testament writings of Nehemiah, who led a grassroots movement to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem and restore its strength and honor. In the same way, WallBuilders seeks to energize the grassroots today to become involved in strengthening their communities, states, and nation.
David is the author of numerous best-selling books, with the subjects being drawn largely from his massive library of tens of thousands of original writings from the Founding Era. He also addresses well over 400 groups each year.
His exhaustive research has rendered him an expert in historical and constitutional issues and he serves as a consultant to state and federal legislators, has participated in several cases at the Supreme Court, was involved in the development of the History/Social Studies standards for states such as Texas and California, and has helped produce history textbooks now used in schools across the nation.
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July 6, 2026
Should be required reading
This book should be required reading in every schoolhouse in this country. Maybe some of the youth of today who feel so "entitled" could look at this country a little differently and see how truly blessed Americans are.
This book should be required reading in every schoolhouse in this country. Maybe some of the youth of today who feel so "entitled" could look at this country a little differently and see how truly blessed Americans are.
September 27, 2026
I was so excited to get this book. I knew it would be good. But then I opened it up and found that it was going to challenge me. There’s so much good information, but it is not a Reed that you can coast through. You need to engage your brain. If you do, you’ll be rewarded with a Rich history about each one of the designers of the declaration of independence.
There’s lots of things brought to Light that many do not know about these men. Specifically what cost they paid in being willing to stand up for liberty and justice in a time where the odds were not in favor of the colonist to prevail.
What I found to make this Reed more pleasurable was to read estate at a time. Then I had it clear and concise goal to feel like I got through a portion of the book without feeling overwhelmed or way down by this year amount of information you’ll learn in reading about each man.
My favorite part was hearing about how others referred to them. The direct quote from original sources is truly powerful and reiterate points made about each of them in. We can take confidence, knowing that these men were in a place that only God could ordain to make all this happen. It is a true miracle. I’m so grateful for the Bartons and all the books they have written to bring Light to the actual history of our nation and the people who made it possible.
There’s lots of things brought to Light that many do not know about these men. Specifically what cost they paid in being willing to stand up for liberty and justice in a time where the odds were not in favor of the colonist to prevail.
What I found to make this Reed more pleasurable was to read estate at a time. Then I had it clear and concise goal to feel like I got through a portion of the book without feeling overwhelmed or way down by this year amount of information you’ll learn in reading about each man.
My favorite part was hearing about how others referred to them. The direct quote from original sources is truly powerful and reiterate points made about each of them in. We can take confidence, knowing that these men were in a place that only God could ordain to make all this happen. It is a true miracle. I’m so grateful for the Bartons and all the books they have written to bring Light to the actual history of our nation and the people who made it possible.
October 3, 2026
Preachy. Interesting only because the founding of the United States is interesting. You can tell the author’s goal is not to tell you something new or interesting about the founders, but rather to give you basic information about their lives to facilitate a religious rhetoric they hope will frame the United States as being founded as a Christian nation. Can’t open to a page without being extolled on the founders deep faith, dare they use any quote that isn’t biblical in nature.
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