The Declaration of Independence...

As you know, John Hancock was the first signer of the Declaration of Independece, signing his name boldly in large letters and reportedly saying "I guess Old Johnny Bull can read that!" as he signed. "Johnny Bull" was the nickname given to England at that time.

What you might not know is that John Hancock also instigated and financed the Boston Tea Party and a few other similar acts of defiance and rebellion against the tyanny of Great Britian.

An even more obscure fact is that John (Torry) Hancock is my uncle four generations removed and the person for whom I am named. I have tried to live up to the tradition.

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