Britain's Target on John Hancock's Back | Lawyers, Loopholes & Revolution
Podcast: FoundedPublished On: Fri Jun 19 2026
Description: On today's episode of Founded we're finding out what happens when customs puts a target on the back of one of the most popular and richest merchants in all of New England, John Hancock. Spoiler alert: it doesn't go well for the crown. Long before John Hancock signed the Declaration of Independence marginally bigger than the other signers, he was arrested for smuggling. Who represented Hancock in court? None other than Abigail Adam's husband John Adams. Click Here for Sources Click Here for Merch We want to hear from you! What did you find interesting? What do you want to find out next? Email us: foundedhistory@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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