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The Fort Gower Resolves: Virginia’s Forgotten Spark of American Independence

Author: Dr. Jim Glanville
Published: 2014 | Archive Download For Free Below

This article explores the 1774 Fort Gower Resolves, a foundational yet often overlooked document in Virginia’s path toward American independence. Dr. Glanville presents their civic impact and ties them directly to the legacy of leadership rooted in the Holston River Valley.
Cover page of Jim Glanville’s 2012 remarks on the Fort Gower Resolves and Virginia’s role in American independence, presented at the DAR National Congress - Holstonia.co


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The Fort Gower Legacy

In November 1774, officers of the Virginia militia gathered at Fort Gower and declared their commitment to liberty, foreshadowing the American Revolution. Dr. Glanville frames this declaration as a vital but often forgotten chapter in Virginia’s civic evolution.

Key Themes

  • The language of allegiance to “constitutional liberty”
  • Its timing—months before the Declaration of Independence
  • Connection to regional leaders in Southwest Virginia

Conclusion

By bringing attention to the Fort Gower Resolves, this archive elevates the role of Virginia’s frontier in shaping American ideals—grounding national history in the Holstonia region’s unique civic voice.

Citation: Glanville, Jim. “The Fort Gower Resolves and Their Significance.” 2014. Accessed via Holstonia Knowledge Base, Holstonia.co.
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