After the Rev War my ancestor, who served in the colonial army, was paid by a land grant. No taxes. No fees. No permissions. He could build the house he wanted, plant the crops he wanted, and sell them as he pleased. He represented the most free moment for individuals in American history. What the H happened? Insanity of the busy body control freaks took over.

Hey, LibertyPen, you need a permit for writing that.
Just kidding around.
With what could prove to be prophetic though.