hancock, john

"A nonfiction picturebook about John Hancock and Samuel Adams, focusing on their roles and relationship for ten years leading up to the Revolutionary War"--Provided by publisher.

As President of the Continental Congress, Hancock signed his name to the Declaration of Independence in large letters so King George could easily read it. His early years are recorded here.

A biography of the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, outlining all that he did for himself as well as what he did for Massachusetts and his new nation.

Presents a biography of American patriot John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, discussing his early life, his success as a merchant, and his role in securing the freedom of the United States from Britain.

Recounts the life of the colonial statesman, merchant, and patriot who became prominent during the American Revolution.

Describes the roles of Paul Revere, King George, Benjamin Franklin, Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock in the American Revolution, and features illustrations from Jean Fritz's biographies for children.