The Woman Who ‘Signed’ the Declaration of Independence

Having the names printed on the document carried obvious risks, which is why the signers pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to each other. For some, they lost their lives, and for many others, they lost their fortunes.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

Read Online Jun. 28, 2026

The Woman Who ‘Signed’ the Declaration of Independence By Dustin Bass Having the names printed on the document carried obvious risks, which is why the signers pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to each other. For some, they lost their lives, and for many others, they lost their fortunes. Share           Read more Do you have feedback for our coverage? Tell us what you think by replying to this email. As America proudly approaches its historic 250th birthday, we encourage you to take a moment and reflect on the principles that shaped our nation. To celebrate our enduring heritage, we are excited to introduce an Early 250th Anniversary Offer so more people can access our reporting—at a deeply discounted rate: $1 for 4 months. In a fast-paced world dominated by passing trends, it can be difficult to find clarity and maintain your peace of mind. The Epoch Times was built to be your sanctuary from the noise. We practice traditional journalism. Our reporters are required to get all sides of a story and allow someone who is being criticized to respond. They are guided by the highest code of conduct and ethics in their reporting. We go beyond news. You will be amazed to find extensive coverage on health, thought-provoking discussions on a myriad of social and cultural issues, and stories on timeless wisdom, values, and beauty that have allowed humanity to flourish—we draw inspiration from the past to enlighten and delight our readers living in the modern day. Become a subscriber of The Epoch Times today for just $1 for 4 months—Offer ends on June 30. Subscribe Now Food Celebrate 4th of July With These Traditional Side Salads Read the article → Investing Dividend ETFs vs. Bond Funds: Which Is Right for Retirees Read the article → Home How Can Homeowners Make the Most of Their Deck or Porch This Summer? Read the article → SPONSORED BY GAN JING WORLD [GJW SUBSCRIBER] Uncovered 5,000-Year-Old Dog Burial Perfectly Captures Our Endless Love for Man's Best Friend Learn more → EPOCH BUY Why Thousands of People Are Switching to These “Anti-Radiation Headphones” Read the article → 🎨 Fine Arts: The “sister” of famous Scottish Highland stag at Sotheby’s: The little-known highland stag from Queen Victoria’s favorite artist hits the art market. 🍿 Film & TV: Epoch watchlist for June 26–July 2: This week, we feature a new war drama that follows a GI trapped behind enemy lines and a spirited tale about a girl and her loyal horse. 📚 Book Recommendation: Epoch booklist for June 26–July 2: This week, we feature the enchanting life story of the creator of a popular children’s book character and an analysis of primary texts illuminating the Declaration of Independence. Glenn Miller — Swing, Service, and an Enduring Mystery: The trombone-loving composer, conductor, and showman joined the U.S. military as an act of patriotism, setting in motion the choice that would end his life. Read more →

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