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192. Native American Chiefs, the Founding of Canada, and the KKK: Scots in America

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Scottish Influences on American Independence

This chapter explores the historical ties between Scottish independence declarations and the American Declaration of Independence, highlighting the impact of the 1320 Declaration of Arbroath on Thomas Jefferson. It also examines the philosophical contributions of Francis Hutcheson and the cultural celebrations that honor these historical connections.

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