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The Just War Tradition

Life and Books and Everything

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John Witherspoon's Influence on American Independence and the Constitution

John Witherspoon, a Scotsman, played a crucial role in American independence as he delivered a significant sermon in 1776 that supported the call for independence. His influence was evident through his teachings at Princeton University, with James Madison being one of his most famous students. Witherspoon's impact was reflected in the Federalist papers and the Constitution, as he had a direct influence on the thinking that shaped these foundational documents.

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