I remember well taking this photo as I sat in the courtyard of Independence Hall. Looking up at the bell tower, I pondered the magnitude of the moment when men chose to break the shackles of tyranny and the divine right of kings and pursue self-governance. The cost of freedom was high that July the 4th 1776 and forever will be. Freedom is a priceless treasure, requiring sacrifice, courage and eternal vigilance, but I would rather be free than a slave… even with all the promises of being fed and housed by a master. Let freedom ring!!