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“Bibles are strong entrenchments. Where they abound, men cannot pursue wicked courses, and at the same time enjoy quiet conscience.”

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James McHenry was an American statesman born on November 16, 1753, and died on May 3, 1816. He served in the military during the American Revolutionary War and played a significant role in the drafting of the United States Constitution. McHenry served as the third United States Secretary of the Treasury and held multiple positions in George Washington's administration. more

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