John Dickinson

John Dickinson, a key Revolutionary-era figure, is remembered for his writings against British taxation and his refusal to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Historian Jane Calvert advocates for Dickinson's legacy, highlighting his contributions to American identity and legal protections for vulnerable groups, despite his omission from the Declaration.

John Dickinson's missing 1776 Declaration of Independence signature has shaped his legacy. Jane Calvert has dedicated 25 years to advocating for Dickinson, a lesser-known figure from the Revolutionary War.

Letters written by John Dickinson, a member of the Continental Congress, are displayed in Cambridge, Mass. The letters reveal a previously unknown attempt by Dickinson to avert the Revolutionary War.