In 1775 the colonies of the New World were nearing a period that would change the course of world history forever. It was the beginning of the American Revolution. The British Empire and its powerful military occupied Boston and tension in the colonies was escalating. A leading statesman and general, George Washington, proposed intercepting incoming British ships providing needed supplies to the fledgling military. The popular vote in Philadelphia disagreed with any attempt that might upset the king, especially after the events such as the well-known Boston Tea Party. Regardless, General Washington took it upon himself to commission six privately owned schooners to start his own navy. Rumored to be at the general's expense, the fleet was called "Washington's Secret Navy" and all boats were to have "An Appeal to Heaven" flag flown upon them. The white flag dawning an evergreen tree in the center with the moniker "An Appeal to Heaven" became the symbol of righteous justification for the colonies fighting to secure their God-given rights.
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