John Dubois was friend to Robespierre, Patrick Henry, and Lafayette, founded Mount St. Mary’s in Emmitsburg and fought trusteeism as bishop of New York.
Episodes about "founding fathers"
Commodore John Barry, Father of the US Navy
Commodore John Barry was an Irish immigrant who became known as the Father of the US Navy, its first commissioned officer, and first flag officer.
Ben Franklin Picks John Carroll for First Bishop of Baltimore
Ben Franklin helped choose Jesuit Father John Carroll to be the first bishop of Baltimore after their friendship began on a diplomatic trip to Canada.