07/04/2018
On this July 4th, let’s remember why our state is known for being ‘First in Freedom’ – our key role in calling for independence and how we wouldn't have anything to celebrate today if it weren't for our inalienable right to bear arms.
Even before the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence on May 20th, 1775, to the Halifax Resolves on April 12th, 1776, North Carolina-born colonists were the first to form an independent government outside of the sovereign territory of the British Crown in 1772 known as the Watauga Association.
Leading the crown and Virginia governor Lord Dunmore in 1774 to call them a "dangerous example" of colonists forming a government "distinct from and independent of his majesty's authority.”
America’s bold call for independence on July 2nd, 1776 presupposed that the colonists were equal in station to the largest empire in the world – The British Empire. The fifty-six signers from the thirteen colonies affixed their signatures to the document that listed their grievances as justification for the split.
It could only mean one thing – war. Indeed, the American Revolution came and North Carolina patriots called to arms. Eventually on October 7th, 1780 they solidified the victory over the British in the South at the battle of Kings Mountain.
Generations of North Carolinians have continued to protect our freedom and God-given inalienable right to self-defense since that time and that’s why we want to pause to thank every true patriot who has taken a stand for liberty and the preservation of our great Constitution.
We want to thank military members, veterans, and their families. Let us remember those who have defended our independence, freedom, and Second Amendment rights.
Please take the time today to thank those for their service and sacrifice to preserve the freedom we are blessed to enjoy as Americans and North Carolinians.
Every single one of you is a true freedom fighter, and while your personal efforts may never be recorded anywhere, know that we recognize them and are truly grateful.
Happy Independence Day!
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