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CHARLES CARROLL OF CARROLLTON - American Revolutionary
— Fr. Charles P. Connor, S.T.L., PH.D
The story of the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence
Charles Carroll’s life began nearly four decades before the War of Independence and ended while Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, was in office. As Father Charles Connor explains, Carroll was “the last of the signers to die, the wealthiest man in the colonies and the new republic, and clung tenaciously to the faith of his forebears his entire life.”
In this masterfully written biography, which reads like a riveting novel, Fr. Connor brilliantly sets the stage for Carroll’s extraordinary life by examining his ancestry, the origins of the United States, and the story of its founding. As you discover this hero’s indomitable faith and energy amid shocking challenges and persecutions, you will learn about:
- The fascinating Irish roots of Carroll’s family and the dynamics that led to their choices
- The pursuit of religious liberty in the Maryland colony in the face of marginalization
- How “Charley” played a crucial role in the events leading up to the American Revolution
- The ways Carroll advocated for moral principles and natural rights as “First Citizen”
- How Carroll’s diplomatic skills and legal acumen increased his prominence
- The ways Carroll lived his faith and his connection to the first bishop of the United States
Charles Carroll was a spiritual giant who helped shape our country’s foundation, from his participation in the Continental Congress, to the drafting of the Constitution, to his tenure as senator, to his tireless efforts in opposing slavery and standing up for the marginalized. His faith and courage shine as a beacon for our country today.
Hardcover. 222 pages.