Why did a group of pacifists feel the ire of their fellow colonists during the American Revolution? What led people to dislike them? Why were the Quakers outsiders in the colonies they helped found?
Ryan aims to learn more as he discovers the Quakers and the American Revolution. Follow along as Ryan discusses what he learned about this fascinating man and his most significant failure.
Quick Editorial Note: Historian Arthur Scherr is accidentally referred to as Adam Scherr. Sorry about that! Too much John Adams on the brain.
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