[Jack Black]

I'm struck by how much we owe these men. There were many Patriots who tired of the yoke of British oppression. There were many who secreted their powder and arms either in their homes or collectively. But these few drew the line in the sand against tyrany with no assurance except the opportunity for a quick death and in so doing were the spark that set the fire that burnt down the old order and brought a free country to the earth for the first time in centuries. We are the direct beneficiaries of their bravery and moral clarity and willingness to act.

I pray we have men of such stature ready to stand against long odds for what is right and just today, should we need them. Perhaps Free Republic is the new "Lexington Green" where such men and women will assemble when needed.

Thanks for posting this.

[Mulder]

But these few drew the line in the sand against tyrany with no assurance except the opportunity for a quick death and in so doing were the spark that set the fire that burnt down the old order and brought a free country to the earth for the first time in centuries.

You said it much better than I could have. Thanks!

[Travis McGee]

There are many parallels to today, and many differences. The patriots of that time would envy our Remingtons and Armalites, that's true. But Sam Adams and his gang would be neutralized today before they could cause the crown any trouble.