Video - John Hancock: The Bold Signature Rebel of Independence!

Did you know that the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence was John Hancock? Legend has it that he signed his name so large so that King George III could read it without his glasses. Imagine the king squinting at that massive signature! Hancock was a bit of a rebel, even before signing the Declaration. He once smuggled tea to avoid British taxes, and his ship, the Liberty, was seized by the British. Talk about a tea party gone wrong! So next time you see a big, bold signature, remember John Hancock's mark on history. Who's your favorite historical rebel? Let us know in the comments!