The birthplace of the Declaration of Independence (signed on August 2nd, and approved on July 4th, 1776!), Philadelphia is a bastion of democracy. This statue of George Washington*, first president of the United States, is in front of Independence Hall.

*"It is our true policy to stay clear of permanent alliance with any portion of the foreign world"

Farewell Address to the People of the United States, September 17, 1796.

©Erwin Bakx 1997