The Plain Truth about WHY AMERICA IS SO SPECIAL! Why America is So Special – The Plain Truth
Eden Gordon Hill and James E. Gordon
June 4, 2026
Commentary
As our nation celebrates its birth next month, I want to recognize the legacy of our Founding Father, General George Washington, who fought the battles for freedom on his knees in prayer to our Almighty Heavenly Father.
The legacy of our nation’s fathers and their service truly began with the Founding Fathers of our country. When I reflect on the journey of faith and leadership, I think of what our first President of the United States sought to achieve through independence, liberty, and freedom. These enduring principles formed the foundation of our nation, and today, our leaders remain entrusted with defending them on the battlefield of freedom.
General George Washington’s steadfast faith and leadership helped shape a nation founded on sacrifice, conviction, and trust in God. His example as both general of the Army and then president of the United States reminds us that true leadership is built upon character, courage, and unwavering purpose.
Recognizing the life of George Washington, our nation’s first president, and his powerful faith, which led to freedom, the following can be told from the best-selling author, Ron Chernow, in his book titled “Washington, A Life.”
“During the French and Indian War, Col. Washington had 4 bullets through his coat and 2 horses shot from under him and yet escaped unhurt. The heroic youth was being groomed by God for higher things, for some important service to his country.
“With a sovereign faith in leadership by example, Washington believed that courage and cowardice originated from the top of an army.
“On July 2, 1776, Washington tried to rouse his men with impassioned words. ‘The time is now near at hand which must probably determine whether Americans are to be free men or slaves… The fate of unborn millions will now depend, under God, on the courage of this army.’