The Declaration of Independence wasn’t really complaining about King George, and 5 other surprising facts for July Fourth Story by Woody Holton Professor of History, University of South Carolina ...

Britain’s king is the subject of 33 verbs in a declaration that never once says “Parliament.” But nine of Congress’ most pressing grievances actually were about parliamentary statutes.

The Declaration of Independence wasn’t really complaining about King George, and 5 other surprising facts for July Fourth by: Woody Holton Professor of History, University of South Carolina ...

When 22-year-old King George III inherited his grandfather’s throne in 1760, he also inherited an empire that extended from North America to Asia. ... 4th of July Sale - 25% OFF!