Benjamin FranklinBenjamin Franklin, (1706-1790) US Founding Father

Benjamin Franklin Quote

“The States acceded to the Union.”

Benjamin FranklinBenjamin Franklin
~ Benjamin Franklin

_Franklin Works_, Vol V, p.409

Ratings and Comments


Logan, Memphis, TN

Thank you.

Mike, Norwalk

The States did agree to associate with a body that could more perfectly perform such duties as were beneficial to each and all of the sovereigns.

E Archer, NYC

Definition of accede: to become a party (as to an agreement); to express approval or give consent. The 'Union' is a compact of soveriegn states.

mede, montreal

now that's something

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