Freedom Or Die Mugs
Description: In 1754, Benjamin Franklin produced the 'Join, or Die' cartoon to highlight the importance of colonial unity. It later became a symbol of colonial freedom during the American Revolutionary War. The design consists of a snake, cut into 8, with each piece representing one of the American colonies or regions.
Description: By the mid-seventies, the custom van craze was in full swing and could be seen across the country as a healthy subset of Americans embraced van culture. The scene brought together traits from several other subcultures including hippies, hot rodders, and bikers, creating a melting pot that would go on to define van culture for decades to come. While vanners were all unique, they all lived by a single common mantra - live free or die - something that I think everyone can get behind. Keep on truckin'
Description: “Live free or die: death is not the worst of evils.” These famous words were spoken by Revolutionary War general John Stark, hero of the Battle of Bennington. The phrase later became the official motto of New Hampshire and one of the most enduring declarations of American liberty.
