God, Freedom, and the Declaration: Historian Explores America’s Miraculous Founding

In this episode of The Washington Times' God, Country and the American Story, Billy Hallowell sits down with historian Bill Federer for a deep dive into the faith and history behind America’s birth. From the unique nature of the Declaration of Independence and the radical idea of making “the people the king” to Thomas Jefferson’s original anti-slavery language in the Declaration, Mr. Federer unpacks powerful historical nuggets as well as the biblical roots that shaped the founders’ vision for a new union.

Discover how divine providence, unexpected allies, and even miraculous fog played pivotal roles in the colonists' fight for independence. As we look ahead to America 250, this conversation sheds light on the spiritual and historical forces that helped create and sustain a nation unlike any other.

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