In this episode of America's Founding Series, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the forgotten story of Tench Coxe, the hidden economic architect who helped secure America's independence. From his unlikely transformation from Loyalist sympathizer to patriot strategist, to his fierce push for American manufacturing, to his powerful defense of the right to keep and bear arms, Coxe shaped the foundations of the nation far more than history remembers. His warnings about foreign economic dependence and the loss of individual self-reliance speak directly to the challenges America faces today. This compelling narrative brings Coxe's influence to life and shows why his ideas are essential for understanding the past and protecting our future.

Episode Highlights:

• How Tench Coxe helped build the economic backbone that allowed the United States to survive and thrive
• Coxe's powerful defense of the Second Amendment and the role of an armed citizenry
• Why Coxe's warnings about dependency and national weakness are more relevant than ever today

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Struggles of the Continental Army
• 02:22 The Awakening of Tench Cox
• 05:51 Cox's Vision for Economic Independence
• 08:46 Cox's Fight Against Slavery
• 11:16 Cox and Hamilton: Building America's Economy
• 13:29 The Right to Bear Arms: Cox's Perspective
• 16:33 Cox's Legacy and Lessons for Today

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