Was 1775 really the main pivot point in the fight for independence? 1760? 1607? The Founders themselves weren’t sure.

Ted Widmer, a consulting editor for this special issue of Globe Ideas, is the author of “Lincoln on the Verge: Thirteen Days ...

Remember the Ladies will be held at 10 a.m. April 19 for free at Mound Cemetery at Fifth and Scammel streets in Marietta. No registration is required. For any questions, call 740-373-1057 ext. 606.