Issuu

CALLING “ALL AMERICANs” to virtue

250th Anniversary

2nd Continental Congress... Issue #5

250

GOOD CITIZENS AND SOLDIERS ... “THIS WE’LL DEFEND”

With the Blessings of AMERICA - Character Counts!

The Continental Army 6/14/1775 & The First Battle at Bunker Hill

May-June 2025

“While we are zealously performing the duties of good citizens and soldiers, we certainly ought not to be inattentive to the higher duties of religion. To the distinguished character of Patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian” - General George Washington

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all,”

A Salute to America’s UNITED STATES ARMY 250th Anniversary 14 June 2025

This summer...

I LOVE USA 250 .com

Brave Soldiers fought and died... We get beach time...USA LOVE IT! ATB 250 * USA *

“A general dissolution of principles and manners, will more surely overthrow the liberties of America than the whole force of the common enemy. While the people are virtuous, they cannot be subdued; but when once they lose their virtue, then will they be ready to surrender their liberties to the first external or internal invader.”

- Samuel Adams It’s well time to let these wise words from Samuel Adams, A Founding Father who loved America, serve as a prayer for the citizens of the United States today...that we as a nation will seek divine blessings, to help U.S. live virtuous lives... With principles, morals, manners & character, so tremendously needed in the country today!

ATB 250 * USA *

SAMUEL ADAMS’ PRAYER OF VIRTUE FOR AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A MEMORIAL DAY SALUTE TO AMERICA’S FALLEN SOLDIERS

MEMORIAL DAY MAY 26, 2025

ATB 250 * USA *

O beautiful for patriot dream, That sees beyond the years. Thine alabaster cities gleam, Undimmed by human tears! America! America! God shed His grace on thee. And crown thy good with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea!

ATB 250

* 1 *

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 - GOD SHED HIS GRACE ON THEE

PIKES PEAK - “AMERICA’S MOUNTAIN” - Colorado Springs, Colorado - USA The spot of inspiration in 1893, For the Nation’s Song: America the Beautiful - Released July 4th, 1895 And source of inspiration for the Nation’s Beautiful New Patriotic, USA 250th Birthday Magazine: AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Pledge of Allegiance - One Nation Under God SAMUEL ADAMS’ PRAYER OF VIRTUE FOR AMERICA A Memorial Day Salute to America’s Fallen Soldiers

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 - TABLE OF CONTENTS ATB 250

* 2 *

“America the Beautiful - 5th Stanza (original Version)

A Message to America from the Publisher

The AMERICAN DREAM - Don’t Steal it Away

Marsha, Marsha, Marsha - Tariffs, Tariffs, Tariffs

If I Were The President of The United States of America

A Sunbeam of Light Cast on the Sacred Rights of Mankind

Happy 250th Birthday to the United States Army

The American Miracle - A Movie Americans Should Watch

Benjamin Franklin’s Golden Words for Congress

2nd Continental Congress 1775 - Wishing “America” Well

FIRST- ROUND “ALL AMERICAN” ALL STARS - 1775

The Battle Cry of Bunker Hill - June 17, 1775

American Independence - A Steep Price for Freedom

Why I Love America - America’s Founding Martyr

America...Listen Up...Virtue Will Save the Day

It’s Once Again Time for Americans to Take Stock In America

George Washington Makes His Grand Appearance

The Gift of Fortitude for America

USA

Getting America’s Top Soldiers Ready for 250-Birthday Ball

TEAM USA 250 The Extraordinary America Makeover

KAHAKUKAHI OCEAN ACADEMY - YOU LIFT U.S. UP

ALOHA “God’s Breath Blessings” for America

Dear “AWESOME AMERICAN CITIZENS” Welcome to another amazing - new summer - issue of AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 - We trust you’ll enjoy! What an amazing time to be alive! ... (Especially if you like rollercoasters) These days seem to be up and down ones in America (and around the world). That is, if we are just talking about the stock markets. Consider this - Isn’t it fascinating how we can look back to analyze and discover what caused the sudden drops and surges in the stock markets 250 years ago, and what might be the events causing the same phenomena today? Reflection is warranted and this one interesting thought might set the stage and prompt you to joyfully, take personal (and financial), stock in America:

Keep this in mind as you place your bets. As you count your blessings and pray for your successes, make sure to remember where they come from... and remember to also pray for your stockbroker, who has a really-tough job to do, right about now. Since the United States didn’t have a stock market during the American Revolution, we can take a look, back to the prevailing markets of the United Kingdom, and how they reacted before, during, and after the American Revolution. You might say, we can let history be our guide to help U.S. take stock in America today. Knowing how the U.S. markets first began will be a good exercise in Awesome American Citizenship and National Stewardship. Let’s all take care of our Country and work hard to keep the “American Dream” alive and well... “THE BEST U.S. WE CAN BE”

Up, up up the market goes...Greed/euphoria (cash & earn), UNTIL that ill-fated market churn...down, down, down...fear/panic (Crash & burn). Around and around, seems to be the way the world of humans, does turn. Upon serious thought & reflection, will we ever learn? There seems to be such reliance on money bringing us happiness - and then, such unhappiness (with dreaded curses), should the markets not favor us as we feel they ought. The stock markets have always reflected the hopes and fears of investors. This is a human condition that is the same today as it was 250 years ago. A unique fact investors should never forget. ATB 250 * 3 *

A MESSAGE TO AMERICA FROM THE PUBLISHER

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A MESSAGE TO AMERICA FROM THE PUBLISHER

In this issue, we can let the thoughts, words, and actions that our Founding Fathers took then, inspire U.S. with a source of strength to navigate us through the times were in today. Let’s all take care of ourselves and our Country as we reflect upon and celebrate some more historic 250 events, happening May 10th, June 14th, and June 17th (shared within the pages) Although the 2nd Continental Congress which met in early May 1775, professed its abiding loyalty to the British Crown, the delegates from the 13 colonies also voted for general defensive measures which were steps to preserve their rights - knowing that loyalty to the Crown may not be for long. On June 14, 1775, a month after the Continental Congress reconvened, it calling out troops and creating a united colonial fighting force - the Continental (United States) Army. The following day, George Washington was appointed as the new army’s commander-in-chief. Amazingly, two days later the Battle of Bunker Hill was on and the thought of loyalty to the King subsided. In the days and last weeks of June 1775, following the June 17th, Battle of Bunker Hill, the tally was calculated. By the end of the engagement, more than 100 Americans perished, and 300 more were wounded. As devastating as this was, the casualties of the British troops were also known. Patriot militiamen had shot down some 1,000 enemy troops (more than 200 killed and another 800 wounded), which gave

confidence to the troops of the newly established Army - still being formed. American Heroes such as Dr. Joseph Warren were formed that day, in the town of Charlestown which laid destroyed. Quick spreading news of the battle helped unite the thirteen colonies and cool-heads evaluated the need for Diplomacy. The thought of a final attempt at reconciliation with Britain was pondered (We’ll save that for next issue, when AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 celebrates the 249th Birthday of America). Great Reading America!

ATB 250 * 4 *

The American Dream does not mean “Day-Dreaming” on a park bench. Rather, it’s the “National Ideal” that citizens who wish to achieve success, can in fact, better their lives through desire, hard work, and jumping to their feet when the opportunity alarm rings. America, don’t push the “snooze” button to steal away any more precious hours. And stop stealing the “carts” of others who worked hard to buy theirs (that one beside you). Wake up from your harsh slumber and start paying theft of the American Dream forward to a better life for yourself and fellow Americans cautiously walking past you.

Good Afternoon America... It’s time to rise and shine! ATB 250 * 5 *

THE AMERICAN DREAM - DON’T STEAL IT AWAY - WAKE UP AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

MARSHA, MARSHA, MARSHA - TARRIFFS, TARRIFFS, TARIFFS

"Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!" "Marsha Marsha Marsha" is a famous quote from the hit TV show The Brady Bunch, which aired in the 70’s. The phrase was exclaimed by Jan Brady, in an episode where, in typical teenaged-tantrum fashion, Jan let her feelings of jealousy and frustration toward her older sister be emphatically known with her now famous expression, ”Marsha, Marsha, Marsha”. Jan was feeling overshadowed and overwhelmed by Marsha's popularity and the supposed extraattention Marsha received from their parents, classmates, and others. The quote has since become a culturally iconic reference, often used to insinuate sibling rivalry or the portrayal of feelings being hurt and one being overlooked in favor of someone else. Unfortunately, this is being played out all too often (in real life), today... especially with the voluminous discussion and boisterous opinions about that unique and emotionally charged word, “TARRIFS, TARIFFS, TARIFFS”. Rather than tolerating the loud screams, with dramatic - and all to often - violent behavior we witness on TV today, wise thought and keen consideration should rule the day. However, very unfortunately, for America at large, that doesn’t seem to be playing out amongst certain circles throughout the country. Hopefully, in taking an

insightful look back 250-years ago, to the historical events taking place then (which somewhat parallel the events of today), this will benefit the conversation and defuse the rhetoric to a more thought-provocative approach. Come on Americas all - we should not allow nor accept from “ourselves”, undisciplined and uncontrolled emotional behaviors dictating our hopes for a brighter future for America. THINKING is the antiseptic which is required! Therefore, please thoughtfully consider: Tariffs were one of the pillars of the American System that allowed the rapid development and industrialization of the United States. Tariffs have historically played a key role in the trade policy of the United States. Their purposes included import substitution where imports were replaced with domestic production. Tariffs simply served as a measure to protect domestic industries (especially emerging ones).

ATB 250 * 6 *

In addition to “Marsha, Marsha, Marsha”, have you ever heard that resoundingly familiar and all so often shouted phrase, “That’s not fair”? Really think America...the aim of tariffs in 1775 (as it is today), was to reduce the trade deficit between countries and the pressures being put upon the colonies by foreign competition. Tariffs were then (and are now), an instrument used to level the playing field and ultimately bring about free trade. In the effort of tariffs restricting imports and protecting domestic producers from foreign competition, their strategic and primary aim is to help raise revenue for the government and to reach reciprocity agreements that reduce trade barriers. What primarily brought upon the Revolutionary war was the taxing of the American citizens and the prevention of American Industrialization. Competition by the American colonies was a threat and effectively curtailed. The British implemented policies that effected or outrightly banned manufacturing that would benefit the colonies. In addition, British rules denied the American Colonies the use of its own tariffs to protect its new industries. Thus, the American Revolution was, to some extent, a war against “UNFAIR” British policy - in which the colonies rebelled against being forced to play a lesser role in the emerging European/Atlantic economy.

Possibly, this might explain why, after America achieved its independence, the second bill of the New Republic signed by President Washington was the Tariff Act of 1789. This bill allowed Congress to impose a fixed tariff of 5% on all imports. There were few exceptions, but all in all, Tariffs became a” tool of fairness” to help America. Does this all sound familiar to U.S. today? At the start of the war in 1775, the United American Colonies needed that much important ingredient, “MONEY, MONEY, MONEY...MONEY”! Hey America, there’s another very familiar sound that’s kind of got an international ring to it. Something everyone around the world is clamoring for and shouting about...Surprise, Surprise! On May 10, 1775, upon official authorization by Continental Congress resolution and the approved resolutions of June 23-24 and July 25, 1775, an issuance totaling $3,000,000 payable in Spanish milled dollars, or the equivalence in gold or silver, was printed and put into circulation in a month later in August. From June 1775 to 1779, these bills constituted 82% of the federal government’s income. When the colonies did start printing its own currency, what quickly followed was the British counterfeited the currency and flooding the colonies with these fake bills, thus effectively wiping out their value. Foreign Corruption... Where have we heard that familiar expression?

ATB 250 * 7 *

MARSHA, MARSHA, MARSHA - TARRIFFS, TARRIFFS, TARIFFS

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

MARSHA, MARSHA, MARSHA - TARRIFFS, TARRIFFS, TARIFFS

At first this beautiful new currency circulated on par with the “Spanish Milled Dollar”. The new states were simultaneously issuing their own bills of credit and debt certificates, to cover their war expenses. The glut of these additional bills were issued without sound financial backing. Soon this led to depreciation of all forms of paper currency circulation...most especially those of Congress. Great Britain greatly contributed to this financial instability through the issue of its own counterfeits of the “Continentals”... so much so, that Congress

ended up being forced to recall a few of the Continental Currency issues in their entirety. As you are contemplation today, think about this: In January 1777, $1.25 of Continental Currency could purchase $1 in gold or silver coins. By January 1781, it took $100 in Continentals to purchase $1 in gold or silver. This really-great depreciation had effectively put an end to circulation of the paper bills. By 1779, Congress resolved to stop issuing them altogether. Ever heard the expression, not worth a Continental? REALLY THINK AMERICA!

ATB 250 * 8 *

If I were the President? From the time of the country’s inception, until now, there have been a total of around 600,000,000 citizens+/... of which you are one. You could quite literally say, “you are 1 in a million” (actually, 600 times that). That means you are pretty-special! Don’t you feel special? You really are - shouldn’t you want to live up to that special call?. If you were the President of the United States (of which there have only been 45), that would certainly, by the numbers, make you even more special. Wouldn’t that be true? Not just anyone gets to be the President - which is something we all should consider and determine to be a matter worthy of our respect and honor. Agreed??? ATB 250 * 9 *

IF I WERE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” IF I WERE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Now’s my chance to be The President Honor & Respect... Wouldn’t these be things you’d want if you were the President of the United States of America? Certainly, you would ... and ”All Americans” should. If not for ”The President” then certainly, “The Office” Are we in agreement again?

That’s Fantastic. 3 for 3!

(1) Your Special; (2) You wish to have Honor and Respect; and (3) Now you get to run the Office of the President. It’s your turn dear President. On a next page of AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250, we’ve set it aside just for your wise notes/decisions... YOU WON! So, its now time for you to Govern! Please govern well Mr./Madam President! America really does need your sound and wise guidance. ATB 250 * 10 *

What shall I do to govern the Nation? Before you begin, please recall, honor and respect are just two of many primary attributes of Awesome American Citizenship. The first necessitates “We The People” show intrinsic value and regard for ourselves and others (hopefully with right & decent actions). Honor and respect are often associated with qualities such as honesty, loyalty, integrity, courage, and fortitude. These heralded attributes involve valuing abilities, feelings & views of others (even if we might disagree). Honor has a code of conduct - a personal ethos - which encompass reverence to God, Country, and Family. As President, Respect relates to honesty, compassion, and loyalty to the citizens and Constitution. With platform established, ATB 250 * 11 *

IF I WERE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” IF I WERE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

My Presidential notes to inspire U.S. Keep in mind, in 1775 the Constitution had not yet been written. To help you write your own, please see: https://constitutioncenter.org/the-constitution Dear Citizens of the Awesome United States of America, here are my top-priorities for the country as President and an outline of my policy positions for the good of the entire Nation!

Domestic Policy: _____________________________________________________

Foreign Policy: _______________________________________________________ Fiscal Policy: ________________________________________________________ Military Policy: ______________________________________________________ Diplomatic Policy: ___________________________________________________ Energy Policy: ________________________________________________________ Trade Policy: _________________________________________________________ https://www.whitehouse.gov (For your own planning considerations, here is the President’s priority list and a very good outline to evaluate in planning your own Presidential Policies. Also see: 1 Kings 3 to seek wisdom! ATB 250 * 12 *

Delegates of the Thirteen Colonies at The Second Continental Congress

The sacred rights of mankind are not to be rummaged for among old parchments or musty records. They are written, as with a sunbeam, in the whole volume of human nature, by the hand of the divinity itself; and can never be erased or obscured by mortal power. - Alexander Hamilton ATB 250 * 13 *

A SUNBEAM OF LIGHT CAST ON THE SACRED RIGHTS OF MANKIND

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

HAPPY 250th BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY

The original 13 colonies had a collection of Independent colonial militias...Until 5/10/1775

The American Revolutionary War broke out on April 19, 1775. The first battles of that war between the colonies and Great Britain were fought at Lexington and Concord, that day, in Middlesex County, MA. Since the original 13 colonies armies were only then, a collection of Independent colonial militias, the patriots who fought were of the Massachusetts militia. As British troops moved back across Massachusetts toward Boston, colonial militia from around New England began gathering around the city. As news quickly spread, within days, thousands of militia troops under the leadership of Artemas Ward of Massachusetts had Boston under siege. By May 10, just weeks after the hostilities in Massachusetts, the Second Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia ... Their Primary Goal: creating a common army to defend the colonies.

“On June 14, 1775, the Continental Army (The United States Army), was established” And as the expression goes, “The Rest Was History”- ready to be made! Happy 250th Birthday United States Army - AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 Salutes you

ATB 250 * 14 *

HAPPY 250th BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

Photos Historical Eggs - Today in History

ATB 250 * 15 *

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” 14 June 2025 HAPPY 250th BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY

CHIEF OF STAFF OF THE ARMY General Randy A. George

Photos U.S. Army

“As we prepare for our future, we also reflect on our past. This we’ll defend’ was first used as a battle cry by the Continental Army. Today it reminds us that our Army’s purpose is clear: to fight and win the nation’s wars. We remain committed to honing our warfighting skills, enforcing standards and discipline, and living the values that have defined our Army culture for the past 250 years.” General Randy George Chief of Staff of the Army. ATB 250 * 16 *

Photos U.S. Army

Campaign streamers on display at Medal of Honor Day at Arlington Cemetery, Arlington, Va.

SECRETARY OF THE ARMY Honorable Dan P. Driscoll

“Since 1775, American Soldiers have represented the very best of our nation. They embody courage, sacrifice, and strength. Sworn to defend the Constitution and our core American values, American Soldiers have fought against any who might threaten our country. They are the most lethal land fighting force the world has ever seen. The U.S. Army has upheld this legacy for 250 years, and we will carry this legacy into the future.” Honorable Dan P. Driscoll Secretary of the Army ATB 250 * 17 *

HAPPY 250th BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” THE AMERICAN MIRACLE - A MOVIE AMERICANS SHOULD WATCH

Coming to theatres nationwide June 9-11, 2025 only,

“The Invisible Hand which conducts the affairs of men.” ATB 250 * 18 *

AMERICA

“Since the days of the Pilgrims, leaders of the new society that arose in the New World have embraced the core concept of a divinely determined destiny. For nearly four hundred years, Americans nourished the notion that God maintained an intimate, protective connection to their singular nation. Only recently, with the emphasis on guilt over gratitude in our teaching of history, has the public grown uncomfortable with the idea that fate favors American endeavors. Today, the merest suggestion that the Almighty plays favorites among the nations of the world strikes contemporary sensibilities as offensive, outrageous, or at least controversial.” - Michael Medved

”Fortune’s Favorite” Michael Medved

ATB 250 * 19 *

THE AMERICAN MIRACLE - A MOVIE AMERICANS SHOULD WATCH

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” THE AMERICAN MIRACLE - A MOVIE AMERICANS SHOULD WATCH

Inspiring Awesome American Citizenship New York Times bestselling author Michael Medved’s book, The American Miracle – Divine Providence in the Rise of the Republic inspired this marvelous film produced by Thinking Man Films and Heroic Pictures. Through this film, movie-goers will most certainly grasp the reality that “Our nation is no accident”. The audience will relive the improbabilities and amazements the Nation’s Founders experienced and the beliefs they deeply felt and maintained. In a journey through some of the most significant events in America’s history, and rise to prosperity and power, the film will demonstrate the remarkable events which unfolded according to a master plan, along with destiny's unmistakable role in lifting America to its historic significance. The movie will motivate you to more fully understand and appreciate the need for continued citizen vigilance and personal engagement on the path of Awesome American Citizenship ... that the Founders inspired and intended for citizens to embrace and enthusiastically uphold. ATB 250 * 20 *

“Mr. President: The small progress we have made after four or five weeks, close attendance, and continual reasonings with each other - our different sentiments on almost every question, several of the last producing as many noes as ays, is methinks a melancholy proof of the imperfection of Human Understanding. We indeed seem to feel our own want of political wisdom, since we have been running about in search of it. We have gone back to ancient history for models of government and examined the different forms of those Republics which having been formed with the seeds of their own dissolution now no longer exist. And we have viewed Modern States all round Europe but find none of their Constitutions suitable to our circumstances.”

ATB 250 * 21 *

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN’S “GOLDEN WORDS FOR CONGRESS”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN’S “GOLDEN WORDS FOR CONGRESS”

“In this situation of this assembly, groping, as it were, in the dark, to find political truth, and scarce able to distinguish it when presented to us, how has it happened, sir, that we have not hitherto once thought of humbly applying to the Father of lights to illuminate our understandings? In the beginning of the contest with Great Britain, when we were sensible of danger, we had daily prayer in this room for the divine protection. Our prayers, sir, were heard, and they were graciously answered. All of us who were engaged in the struggle must have observed frequent instances of a superintending Providence in our favor. To that kind Providence we owe this happy opportunity of consulting in peace on the means of establishing our future national felicity. And have we now forgotten that powerful Friend? Or do we imagine that we no longer need his assistance? I have lived, sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth–that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without his aid? We have been assured, sir,

in the sacred writings, that “except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it.” I firmly believe this; and I also believe that without his concurring aid we shall succeed, in this political building, no better than the builders of Babel. We shall be divided by our little partial local interests; our projects will be confounded; and we ourselves shall become a reproach and byword down to future ages. And what is worse, mankind may hereafter, from this unfortunate instance, despair of establishing governments by human wisdom, and leave it to chance, war, and conquest. I therefore beg leave to move that, henceforth, prayers imploring the assistance of Heaven, and its blessings on our deliberations, be held in this assembly every morning before we proceed to business, and that one or more of the clergy of this city be requested to officiate in that service.”

A Transcript of Benjamin Franklin’s motion requesting a chaplain be appointed to offer daily prayers before discussing adoption of a federal constitution

ATB 250 * 22 *

“I think, with you, that the non-importation and non-exportation, well adhered to, will end the controversy in our favor. But as Britain has begun to use force, it seems absolutely, necessary that we should be prepared to repel force by force, which I think, united, we are well able to do.” - Benjamin Franklin

May 23, 1775 ~ Philadelphia ~Continental Congress ~

WISHING “AMERICA” WELL ATB 250 * 23 *

2nd CONTINENTAL CONGRESS 1775 - WISHING “AMERICA” WELL

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” The “All Americans”

FIRST- ROUND “ALL AMERICAN” ALL STARS - 1775

of The Second Continental Congress - May 10, 1775 Playing in a Packed House at Independence Hall ~ Philadelphia PA John Hancock’s vast “All American” popularity from an early age, essentially assured his election to every political position he embarked upon. He played all these positions well and was highly prospected. This was certainly true of the the First Continental Congress in 1774, where he was chosen as a member of the Massachusetts delegation. It was also true in May 1775, when he was a returning American “All Star” to the Second Continental Congress team being put together. Within the short try-outs, Hancock would be unanimously nominated “Captain of the team” President - of this new “All American” governing squad. Under his leadership, this body of delegates would soon be establishing the first ”ARMY” team to play on the “homefield” gridiron in the upcoming...long, hard-fought, “Freedom” Bowl. A month earlier - one day prior to the April 19 skirmish-round against the “Lobstertails” - John Hancock and his go-to teammate, Samuel Adams, both were in fear of being picked-up and put into the transfer-portal (arrested), by the British Redcoats. They quickly high-stepped it down the sideline to Boston. It was on this April 18th, where the British ATB 250 * 24 *

“His name led all the rest” John Hancock TEAM CAPTAIN

“We must all rise or fall together.”

1st Round “All American” HARVARD UNIVERSITY

troops were gaining yardage on their march into enemy territory - Concord. The call from the coach of the opposing side (General Gage), came with orders to seize rebel arms and ammunition which the American colonists had huddled there. The General also had hoped, to steal the plays and capture these two leading “All American” ringleaders and top-foes of the King. This was especially because Samuel Adams was the founder of the Sons of Liberty and Handcock was the quarterback of the “Tea Party” and said to have been the first team-captain to go aboard the vessel to spiral the “tea-skins” to the ocean endzone. “all might be free if they valued freedom “...

LINEBACKER

1st Round “All American”

These two friends and teammates had made their way to Lexington - however, upon hearing the British were planning a blitz, called an audible and planned their end-around. They rushed their way to the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, via New York City, whereupon their arrival a mile from the city, there was (according to Hancock), a throng of nearly 7000 adoring fans. Nothing pleased them more than this popularity and the bright lights. As American resistance to Britain got to the 10-yardline of rebellion, these two found themselves somewhat of hometown “All American” heroes. The public attention for these first “All Americans” had their name, image and likeness everywhere. After leaving New York, they took a road-trip to Philadelphia, where the Second Continental Congress would hold its first team meeting on 5/10. On May 24th, Hancock was drafted President of the newly formed Continental team...with the mantra, “Go ARMY beat Navy - The British Navy. ATB 250 * 25 *

FIRST- ROUND “ALL AMERICAN” ALL STARS - 1775

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

The Battle Cry of Bunker Hill

THE BATTLE CRY OF BUNKER HILL - JUNE 17, 1775

"Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes!" Imagine you are trying hard to make peace with those who don’t want to play nice. At the same time, you have literally, just 2-days ago, established a fledgling army to prepare for war against these ruffians -- who also happen to have the greatest fighting force in the world -- and who just a month before, thought it wise to duke you out. They learn of your plans & today, June 17th, the 1st real battle begins. Nothing like those all too familiar words, “Ready, Set, Go.” But Go you must! To keep this scenario right at home, this is how it went down for George and the boys of the brand-new, unprepared and poorly-equipped, Continental Army: On June 12th, 1775, General Gage decided to put the hammer down and in effect, implemented martial law. In a strong-arm position, he stated that any person helping the Americans would be considered a traitor and rebel. In response, the Americans quickly began to fortify a hill overlooking Boston, to protect themselves against this British edict. With British ships in the harbor, the activity was spotted and open fire ensued. A total of 2,400 British troops soon thereafter arrived to squelch the 1200-man “American” force. This outmanned and out-gunned group of Freedom-Fighters, valiantly resisted numerous attacks but eventually lost the fortified position they had hoped to establish. ATB 250 * 26 *

The Battle of Bunker Hill Was fought on June 17, 1775, During the Siege of Boston

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

All events will take place at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, MA. This June 17th weekend (June 21st & 22nd), you are invited to come to Massachusetts to celebrate the 250th Anniversary Reenactment of The Battle of Bunker Hills, presented by MA250. Their aim is to accurately portray the events of that historic day in 1775, and to faithfully represent the people involved in the first major battle of the American Revolution. The mission of MA250 is to celebrate and commemorate the actions and sacrifices of the men and women of all sides of the Battle of Bunker Hill. Through careful research, educational outreach, civic engagement, and public demonstrations, MA250 endeavors to increase awareness and understanding of the Battle of Bunker Hill and bring to life the stories and voices of those long gone or purposefully excluded. When you see the reenactments, you can think of those who fought and what they were fighting for. ATB 250 * 27 *

Saturday/Sunday June 21st: -22nd The Navy Approaches: Half Moon Beach 8 - 11:30 am Civilians Under Siege & the Military on the Move:

The Marketplace All Day The Preparation: The Redoubt 9 - 10am The Landing: Half Moon Beach 10 - 11am The Flanking Attack: Cressy Beach 1 - 2pm The Main Assault: Bunker Hill 4 - 5 pm (Saturday only)

THE BATTLE CRY OF BUNKER HILL - JUNE 17, 1775

battleofbunkerhill250.com

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” Events of June 16-17, 1775 - The Battle of Bunker Hill Excerpts from the pages of “Battle of Bunker Hill 250 . com” THE BATTLE CRY OF BUNKER HILL - JUNE 17, 1775

“As the battle looms, the waters around Charlestown neck fill with Royal Navy vessels, sent to bombard the fortifications into submission and land troops for the eventual assault.” “The citizens of Boston were able to observe the Battle of Bunker Hill from the rooftops and hills of the City. They had been under British occupation since the enforcement of the Boston Port Act a year earlier had shut down nearly all commerce to the town causing many to leave.” “In the evening hours of June 16th, 1,200 American soldiers leave their camp at Cambridge to cross the neck onto the Charlestown peninsula. These hardened men from the country took on the work of fortifying Bunker Hill. As dawn broke, British cannons from ships and Cobb’s Hill (Boston) open fire to try to halt the work.” “General Gage forms British soldiers from the Boston garrison to land on the tip of the Charlestown Peninsula and form for a plan to drive the Americans from their fortifications on the Hill. As the British Soldiers land, sharp-shooters from Charlestown take pot shots at them. In response British soldiers set fire to Charlestown to drive off the sharpshooters, additionally using the smoke to mask their movements.”

“While the British Marines make a frontal assault on the redoubt as a faint, the elite soldiers of Gage’s force (Grenadiers and Light Infantry) attempt to flank the American fortifications by attacking down a beach on the Mystic River. These soldiers charge down the beach opposed by New Hampshire soldiers under Stark at a rail fence. The New Hampshire soldiers give an incessant fire which shatters the attack and drives back the Grenadiers and Light Infantry.” “With the flanking attack on the beach broken, General Howe rallies the Marines along with the remaining Grenadiers and Light Infantry to make a head-on assault at the amin redoubt and rail fence of the American line. They are slowed in their advance by the numerous farmers’ fences, taking heavy casualties and fall back. Major John Pitcairn of the Marines is fatally wounded by Salem Poor. Howe has his men drop their packs and advances in column to negate American artillery fire. The advance in a final assault. The Americans, having run out of powder, begin throwing rocks in a desperate attempt to slow the British. Out of powder and overwhelmed the Americans flee the hill. General Joseph Warren of the American forces is killed in this final assault.”

ATB 250 * 28 *

American Independence - A steep price for Freedom!

Founding Father, Dr. Joseph Warren, believed freedom was worth paying for and he valiantly did so at the expense of his young and productive life. Dr. Joseph Warren was a Founding Father of the United States who fought and died for liberty. At his death, Joseph was a young 34 years old. However, he wasn’t just your average 34-year-old. From his youth, he had that something special. Joseph was born and raised in Roxbury, Massachusetts and was a very bright child. At the age of 14, he enrolled at Harvard College (Harvard University), a short “horse ride” five miles away from the family home. Upon graduation from Harvard at 18, he began his medical practice in nearby Boston, where he quickly established his reputation as one of the finest physicians in New England. Had the events of the new war not transpired, the young Dr. Warren, would most certainly have become one of the most prominent physicians in all the colonies. His reputation instead, became that of a national hero defending freedom! ATB 250 * 29 *

Roxbury is one of Boston’s oldest communities incorporated nearly 400 years ago, in 1630

AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE - A STEEP PRICE FOR FREEDOM

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE - A STEEP PRICE FOR FREEDOM

“1775 wig with a bullet through it” The musket that fired the first shot in American Revolutionary War Battle of Bunker Hill was recently sold for nearly a half-million dollars.

Serving as President of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress, it was Dr. Warren who had enlisted Paul Revere and William Dawes to sound the alarm of the British raid on Concord and Lexington. Then in the early morning of April 19, Warren slipped out of Boston himself, to coordinate and led the militiamen into the fight as the British Army returned to Boston. During this fighting, a musket ball whizzed through and tore apart a piece of his wig... nearly killing him. Not even this would disway him. Instead, the day’s events fired-up Dr. Warren even more - where he jumped to action and lead the charge, with valiant troops enthusiastically rallying behind him. A few weeks later, on May 10th, Dr Warren would join the delegates of the 2nd Continental Congress at independence hall. On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress commissioned George Washington as Commander in Chief and Dr. Warren as major general in the militia. Before his appointment officially took effect, Warren immediately left for Charlestown to meet Patriot militiamen who were forming for the Siege on Boston, to protect against trouble brewing with the British. Dr. Warren wanted to be on the frontlines and humbly served as private rather than The General.

ATB 250 * 30 *

Despite being significantly outnumbered throughout the battle, famously named after Bunker Hill, “Major General” Dr. Joseph Warren inspired the militia to hold their ground. The actual fighting and the most significant action took place on nearby Breed’s Hill. It was here on Breed’s Hill, during the third British assault, where General “Doctor” Warren was struck in the head and instantly killed. The British soldiers maliciously stripped Joseph of his uniform; bayoneted him until he was unrecognizable; and then threw his body in a ditch. This was a day before General Washington was officially going to appoint Dr. Joseph Warren as General. This fierce fight of the Battle at Bunker Hill”, solidified that reconciliation with England was no longer possible.

With a love for America, Dr. (General) Joseph Warren was physician, politician, and patriot who played a critical role in the American Revolution. He served and died for U.S. and due to his death at Bunker Hill (which significantly impacted the course of the war), he is known as America’s Founding Martyr. His story serves as the inspiration for the AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250’s new section entitled:

Why I Love AMERICA ATB 250 * 31 *

WHY I LOVE AMERICA - AMERICA’S FOUNDING MARTYR

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

AMERICA...LISTEN UP...VIRTUE WILL SAVE THE DAY

AMERICA...Listen Up! The opening pages of AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 bear repeating

VIRTUE: Behavior showing high moral standards 250 years ago, our Founding Fathers expressed poignant words that were prophetic for us to hear and listen to today... It’s not only incumbent for us to listen to, but also to employ! ATB 250 * 32 *

WHAT ON EARTH ARE WE THINKING AMERICA? Principles: A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or for a chain of reasoning

Morals: A set of standards of behavior or beliefs concerning what is and is not acceptable to do “the corruption of public morals”

Manners: Polite ways of treating others and having proper social behavior Character: Possessing strong moral principles, honesty, and integrity Instead of blowing it all up & living in the fallout of chaos...

It’s time to bring “Virtue

All Back to Reality”!

Virtue, Principles, Morals, Manners & Character will save the day... Otherwise, all of U.S. are certainly doomed! ATB 250 * 33 *

AMERICA...LISTEN UP...VIRTUE WILL SAVE THE DAY

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” IT’S ONCE AGAIN TIME FOR AMERICANS TO TAKE STOCK IN AMERICA

TAKE STOCK IN AMERICA Back in the formative years of the country, the Founding Fathers certainly took the position of “America First” - And this was a good thing! You see, at that time, there was no Stock Market in America. European Markets (Especially the markets of England), ruled the day and the American Colonists were dependent upon (and subject) to them. That’s why the revolt!

George Washington felt broad-based worker ownership

would ensure the happiness of every class of people because of an equal access to taking and sharing stock in America

James Madison believed the citizen-owners of the country formed the safest basis of free government

John Locke shared his ideas on property rights and the

social contract, stressing individual liberty and protection of property was a fundamental right to a just society

These few Founding Father examples show the importance they placed on citizens having the opportunity to achieve property and Stock-ownership in America. Their beliefs emphasized this would create a more equitable society where everyone had a vested interest in the SUCCESS of the country. Hey, AMERICA, how does that sound and are you okay with that? Great...Then, put down the remote and let’s get to WORK!

It begins with the work of analysis. Let’s start with this question: Why does everyone want to be rich but at the same time want to damn the rich guys? That really doesn’t make sense, does it? Instead, we all - as citizens of America - need to ask ourselves, ”What do we want and how do we get to where we want to go?” Possibly, we should UNITE! And just maybe, we should consult the rich guys? We don’t need to be jealous or greedy. We just need to come together “first” as Americans, to celebrate the amazing opportunities we have been given...and best-utilize, the 24 hours of each day, we have available to U.S.. In this scenario, we all will be more content and certainly better off as American Citizens. We should all be carefully aware of a government and “Officials” who want to do everything for U.S. Should we “buy into” this & accept what they are “handing out”, know this...we will indeed, be subject to them. So far, “that” government has borrowed $36Trillion from the citizens of America - who they say they are “aiming” to help. Through their architected “Welfare System,” it’s quite interesting to see (with open eyes), how these “servants” have “well-served” themselves on OUR DOLLARS as they, so willingly “handout” citizen’s DIMES. How is that for (Y)our Welfare? It’s time Awesome American Citizens UNITE and take stock in ourselves as Americans. Isn’t this what our Founding Fathers were fighting for? Think long and hard America & LET’S HONOR THAT !

Please well-consider, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson Believed that UNITED States Democracy would work best if U.S. Citizens had independent, wide-spread, stock ownership in America ATB 250 * 34 *

“I am for doing good to the poor... I think the best way of doing good to the poor, is not making them easy in poverty, but leading or driving them out of it.” - Benjamin Franklin

TAKING IT OUT ON AMERICA “an over-simplification”

The progress leading to the Revolutionary War can quickly be summed up through a look at London stock markets:. Three main stocks traded - Bank of England, East India Company, South Sea Company. Consider what took place then and how it relates to U.S. today. Between 1770-72, there was rapid Britain/Colony trade growth. A credit boom fueled this trade. London market

collapses in ‘72. British merchants want debts repaid now. Colonists unable to pay. To raise money, Crown taxes Colony tea. America revolts; Boycotts take place; London markets drop more. Tensions rise and the typical fight over $ and against each other starts. Wow, is this a familiar 100-word story, or what? Next issue - The rest of the story: BEAUTIFUL AMERICA takes stock in herself !

ATB 250 * 35 *

IT’S ONCE AGAIN TIME FOR AMERICANS TO TAKE STOCK IN AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

APPOINTMENT OF GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON

Attending the Second Continental Congress in military uniform, George Washington was appointed as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army by his fellow congressmen.

On June 15, 1775, - at Independence Hall, in Philadelphia, George Washington attended the 2nd Continental Congress. By the unanimous consent of his fellow congressmen, Washington was appointed as Commander-In-Chief of the newly formed Continental Army (June 14, 1775). Then on June 19th, George Washington accepted the appointment. ATB 250 * 36 *

One of the dapper, 43-year-old’s first duties upon arriving to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia was to design a buff and blue colored uniform which was sewn together by Andrew Judge - an indentured servant at Mount Vernon. Washington proudly wore the uniform throughout his time in Philadelphia. Benjamin Rush, a Philadelphia delegate to the Congress, described Washington this way: "He has so much martial dignity in his deportment that you distinguish him to be a general and a soldier from among ten thousand people.” Upon his appointment, Washington declined a salary. His only request was to be reimbursed for expenses he would incur during the conflict. In his acceptance speech of June 19th, George stated, "I am truly sensible of the high Honor done me in this Appointment… I do not think myself equal to the Command I am honored with.” Privately, Washington felt unworthy of the monumental task which he knew lay before him. The new Commander-in-Chief knew there was a daunting task ahead and he pledged his obedience to the civil authorities which were also being established by the Delegates of the Second Continental Congress of 1775. After the vote and his appointment, Washington met with fellow Virginia Delegate, Patrick Henry. George's eyes teared up as he told his friend:

"Remember Mr. Henry, what I now tell you: from the day I enter upon the command of the American armies, I date my fall, and the ruin of my reputation.” This certainly did not end up being the case. General George Washington, soon to be President Washington, was well-revered throughout the remainder of his life - even to this day. Washington left for Massachusetts days after receiving his commission. He assumed command of the new, but poorly trained and under-equipped Continental Army, in Cambridge on July 3, 1775. Before departing to Boston, the new Commander-In-Chief wisely purchased numerous books on organizing and leading large armies ... Smart - Buy George!

ATB 250 * 37 *

GEORGE WASHINGTON MAKES HIS GRAND APPEARANCE

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” GOD SHED HIS GRACE ON THEE - GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON

“I had no hesitation to declare that I had but one gentleman in my mind for that important command and that was a gentleman from Virginia, who was among us and very well known to all of us; a gentleman, whose skill and experience as an officer, whose independent fortune, great talents and excellent universal character would command the approbation of all America, and unite the cordial exertions of all the colonies better than any other person in the Union” - John Adams Thoughts about George Washington, becoming Commander-In-Chief May 1775 ATB 250 * 38 *

"Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict” - George Washington As a very Interesting parallel to June 15, 1775, another historic event took place on the same date, only 560 years earlier in 1215. Then, following another revolt by citizens of English nobility - once again, against the rule of the King of England - King John was forced to put his royal seal on “the Great Charter” - The Magna Carta. This was essentially a peace treaty between the Crown and the barons who were fighting to guarantee the King and England would respect feudal rights and privileges; uphold the freedom of the church; and maintain the nation’s laws. The Magna Carta was the cornerstone in the development of democratic England by later generations, including that of the United Colonies in 1775, who in like manner, were fighting against the Royal Crown to essentially demand similar rights and freedoms. General Washington assumed command of the New Colonial Army this day to ensure Independence for the “United Colonies” - soon, The United States of America !

"People and nations are forged in the fires of adversity” - John Adams ATB 250 * 39 *

“FREEDOM’S CALL” - OH HOW DOTH HISTORY REPEAT ITSELF

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

"Always stand on principle…. Even if you stand alone” - John Hancock THE GIFT OF FORTITUDE FOR AMERICA

The gift of Fortitude for America and the world, for that matter - is a heavenly endowment bestowed upon U.S. to help “We the People” become “The Best U.S. We Can Be”... with a faithful strength of character and divine intuition to know and choose what is morally right - especially when we find it difficult to act in this way.

endurance and the ability to offer our struggles as acts of love and unity to the salvific and redemptive sufferings Heaven’s General endured for all humanity. By utilizing this gift to look within ourselves and examine our own hearts, we have a greater capability to courageously face and conquer any waywardness or tyranny we find in This Special Blessing of FORTITUDE, ourselves and within our nation. establishes in U.S. the strength to As Founding Father Thomas Payne persevere in our national pursuit of put it, "Tyranny, like hell, is not easily “doing what is right and good” - even conquered; yet we have this when we’re hot, tired, and at the end consolation with us, that the harder of our own strength. This amazing gift the conflict, the more glorious the from the Spirit of God, empowers U.S. triumph.” to stand uprightly, even when our Strength of Character ~ offered to courage is stretched beyond our limits America. What a tremendous blessing: and natural capacity. With this super gift of fortitude, we are offered patient T H E G I F T O F F O R T I T U D E ! ATB 250 * 40 *

“Wherever danger is, dear mother, there will your son be. Now is no time for one of America’s children to shrink from the most hazardous duty; I will either set my country free or shed my last drop of blood to make her so” - Dr. Joseph Warren (1775)

An Unwavering Expression of Fortitude ATB 250 * 41 *

THE GIFT OF FORTITUDE FOR AMERICA

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

Ring The Bell and sound the alarm! THE GIFT OF FORTITUDE FOR AMERICA

Our country is in danger, but not to be despaired of. On you depend the fortunes of America. You are to decide the important question upon which rests the happiness and liberty of millions yet unborn. Act worthy of yourselves! - Dr. Joseph Warren

ATB 250 * 42 *

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

by Joseph Warren - 1774 - A Prophetic poem for U.S. today! That seat of science Athens, The world shall know we’re freemen And earth’s proud mistress, Rome, here, and such will ever be, Where now are all their glories, Huzza, huzza, huzza, huzza We scarce can find a tomb. For love and liberty. Then guard your rights, Americans, nor stoop to lawless sway, Oppose, oppose, oppose, oppose for North America.

God bless this maiden climate And through her vast domain, May hosts of heroes, cluster That scorn to wear a chain.

Proud Albion bow’d to Caesar, and numerous lords before, To Picts, to Danes, to Normans, and many masters more;

And blast the venal sycophants Who dare our rights betray; Assert yourselves, yourselves, yourselves For brave America,

But we can boast Americans have never fall’n a prey, Huzza, huzza, huzza, huzza for Free America.

Lift-up your hearts, my heroes, And swear with proud disdain, The wretch that would ensnare you Shall spread his net in vain;

We led fair Freedom hither, and lo, the desert smiled, A paradise of pleasure new opened in the wild;

Should Europe empty all her force, We’d meet them in array, And shout huzza, huzza, huzza For brave America.

Your harvest, bold Americans, no power shall snatchy away Preserve, preserve, preserve your rights, in Free America

The land where freedom reigns shall still be masters of the main, In giving laws and freedom To subject France and Spain;

Torn from a world of tyrants beneath this western sky We formed a new dominion, a land of liberty;

And all the isles o’er ocean spread Shall tremble and obey, The prince who rules by Freedom’s laws In North America. ATB 250 * 43 *

FREE AMERICA - A PROPHETIC POEM FOR U.S. TODAY

Free America

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” GETTING AMERICA’S TOP SOLDIERS READY FOR 250 BIRTHDAY BALL

Standing tall with the Spirit of General George Washington Ever by his side & “AMERICA” in his heart.

92-year-old ... Lt. Col James E. Briggs Jr. (Ret) USMA Class of ’54 (FATHER OF AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 PUBLISHER)

#1 AMERICAN PATRIOT Even youths grow tired and weary, and “young” men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary they will walk and not be faint Isaiah 40:30-31 ATB 250 * USA *

Lt. Col James E. Briggs Jr. (Ret) USMA class of ’54 F

Son of Lt. Gen James E Briggs Sr. (1906-1979) USMA Class of ’28 (2nd Superintendent - U.S. Air Force Academy)

Son of Capt. Benjamin Robert Briggs (1873-1930) US ARMY - WWI

GGF

Son of Capt. James Elbert Briggs (1835-1906) US ARMY CIVIL WAR

2xGGF

Son of James Wright Briggs (1803-1888)

3xGGF

Son of Amasa Briggs (1755-1863)

4xGGF

Son of Deacon Silas Briggs (1732-1813) American Revolution Patriot

5xGGF

Son of Seth Briggs (1703-1782) American Revolution Patriot

6xGGF

Son of Thomas Briggs (1680-1763)

7xGGF

Son of Jonathan Briggs (1635-1690)

8xGGF

Sons of Clement Briggs (1601First Pilgrims Father “Fortune” 1621

All Standing Tall with the Spirit of General George Washington Ever by their side and “AMERICA” in their hearts

Proud Patriots -- “ILOVEUSA250.com” ATB 250 * USA *

GETTING AMERICA’S TOP SOLDIERS READY FOR 250 BIRTHDAY BALL

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” CONTINUED ON – PAGE 43

TEAM USA 250 - THE EXTRAORDINARY AMERICA MAKEOVER TEAM USA 250 – The Extraordinary America Makeover

THE TIME TO GET READY FOR THE AMAZING 250 CELEBRATION IS NOW!

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

250

A NEW MISSION

Restore America

It’s time to chart a new course...

Join U.S. “All Americans” for a Beautiful New Adventure ATB 250 ATB 250

* * * 43 * 44 *

AWESOME AMERICAN CITIZENS - “500-DAY CHALLENGE”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

“Make sure you are doing what God wants you to do-then do it with all your strength” - George Washington

ATB 250 * 45 *

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

TEAM USA 250 - THE EXTRAORDINARY AMERICA MAKEOVER

The Awesome American Citizenship 500-Day Challenge - Begins 2/19/2025 And it begins with your yes! YES - I Love America YES - I want a Great America YES - I am an Awesome American Citizen YES - I want to do my part to prepare for the Greatest USA Celebration in the World. YES - I want to be one of the AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250 “All Americans” Who will commit/resolve to help make the beautiful changes to the country for the next 500-days, up to the 250th Birthday of the USA!

...From Sea to Shining Sea ATB 250 * 46 *

“ALL AMERICAN” 500-Day Challenge

THE EXTRAORDINARY AMERICA MAKEOVER “ALL AMERICANS” Daily The Commitment “430-Days Until 250th

“A total personal commitment of 30 minutes/day x 500 Days = 250 hours

250 Hours of Personal Development For the extraordinary purpose of Awesome American Citizenship And to help - RESTORE AMERICA!

ATB 250 * 47 *

AWESOME AMERICAN CITIZENS - “500-DAY CHALLENGE”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship” Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, K.O.A. Zane Kekoa Schweitzer KAHAKUKAHI OCEAN ACADEMY - YOU LIFT U.S. UP

Founder & Executive Director

Before we splash into the Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, K.O.A., allow us to share a little more about Shawneen and Zane Schweitzer. Shawneen is the daughter of the inventor of the sport of windsurfing. In loving the water and the sport, she following her dream to be in broadcasting, to cover it. When the opportunity to do the on-air commentary of an ESPN Watersport event in Maui in 1987, arose (during her Freshman year Broadcasting internship), she jumped at the chance.

Shawneen Schweitzer President -Board Member

America - Meet Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, K.O.A. (ocean-loving duo), Massachusetts born, President, Shawneen Schweitzer and her World Champion Waterman son -- author, motivational-speaker, world environmentalist, Founder and Executive Director, Zane Kekoa Schweitzer - who together, have a beautiful family life’s mission to give back to the world. Impressed already? We thought you might be. In the state the country is in today, AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250, wanted to share a beautiful example of Awesome American Citizenship, by highlighting a tight family who lives in Maui, Hawaii - and who exemplify the magazines section: “YOU LIFT U.S. UP” Thank you, Shawneen and Zane, for being a fantastic example to & for America to follow.

The Island life of Maui immediately swept her in, and it is on Maui where she stayed and started a family. Zane is the middle child (whose twin brother died in childbirth). She knew from the start of his life, that she had a waterman in the making, and a child who would end up serving as a guardian of the sport. Indeed, Zane has. Zane’s passion for the water became known early on, and Shawneen knew this child was destined to be someone special. With charisma from an early age, many suggested Zane may even grow up to be the President of the United States. So here you go America - a new candidate for the Presidency, that you saw here first, in AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 250. On the next pages, please make sure to check out Zane’s platform for instilling passion into the hearts of America’s children and adults alike, with that gift of Aloha.

ATB 250 * 48 *

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

Dedicated to empowering Hawaii & Visiting Keiki (children) Through ocean sports, environmental stewardship, And cultural education - at no cost to them or their families. “Innovate & Inspire” Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy Foundation is dedicated to empowering keiki (children) through ocean sports, environmental stewardship, and cultural education—at no cost to them or their families. Your donation helps us provide essential equipment, mentorship programs, ocean safety clinics, and handson learning experiences that foster a lifelong connection to āina (land) and kai (sea). With your support, we can continue to offer high-quality no-cost community programming, expand our conservation efforts, and inspire the next generation to protect our oceans for years to come. Check out: Zane's Deep Blue Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecdXaCetBv0 ATB 250 * 49 *

KAHAKUKAHI OCEAN ACADEMY - YOU LIFT U.S. UP

Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy Foundation

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

WHAT IS ALOHA? KAHAKUKAHI OCEAN ACADEMY - YOU LIFT U.S. UP

Much more than just a greeting or salutation, Aloha is that special ”Spirit of Life’s breath” spoken of around the globe. Aloha is the life force that defines who we are and why we’re here on earth. Aunti Pilahi Paki, who was the keeper of the secrets of Hawaii, tasked several of her students to be prepared for the future when the world would be in turmoil. She spoke of the time when Hawaii would have the remedy to save the world...

In the role as motivational speaker, Zane and his family, share the Spirit of Aloha throughout the U.S. and around the world. Zane’s message of “innovation” is meant to teach and inspire upcoming generations, the importance of finding out what is important to them; pursuing this path by following their dreams; and then making sure to pass this Aloha inspiration along to others. In this capacity, from Maui, Hawaii, Zane and company are sharing the remedy which will help restore America & the world.

The Remedy Is

ATB 250 * 50 *

In his capacity as Executive Director of the Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy (K.O.A.), Zane’s passion for being a storyteller (with something worth sharing) - is done with gusto, to island keiki (kids) worldwide. He speaks and teaches thousands of needy & deserving children around the globe, in the Universal Aloha language of “fun and play.” The Foundation has a mission to inspire any - and all - who desire to dedicate their life to that of purpose and living out their dreams.

Inspiring A Healthy Active Lifestyle That Uplifts The Community And Environment Through Community Programs & Mentorship.

Mother and Son Shawneen Schweitzer & Zane Kekoa Schweitzer

ATB 250 * USA *

ALOHA - “GOD’S BREATH” BLESSINGS OF LIFE - YOU LIFT U.S. UP

A Salute to Restore America - 500-Day Challenge Join the Celebration of “Awesome American Citizenship”

THANKS FOR BEING AWESOME AMERICAN CITIZENS

let the wise listen and add to their learning