This Day in History: The man who finished Paul Revere’s ride
On this day in 1751, Samuel Prescott is born in Massachusetts. He is best known for riding with Paul Revere during the early morning...
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- Aug 14
- 3 min
This Day in History: Gunpowder is stolen for the Patriot cause
On this day in 1775, more than 100 kegs of gunpowder are stolen for the Patriot cause. The incident came to be known as the Bermuda...
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- Aug 13
- 2 min
This Day in History: The little-known Battle of the Flockey
On this day in 1777, the little-known Battle of the Flockey takes place in New York’s Schoharie Valley. The battle ended with Loyalists...
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- Aug 9
- 2 min
This Day in History: A Spanish Admiral helps the American Revolution
On this day in 1780, a large convoy of British ships is captured. The victory was the result of a combined French and Spanish effort, led...
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- Aug 5
- 3 min
This Day in History: A costly victory at Oriskany
On this day in 1777, American forces hold out against a British siege. They were trapped inside Fort Schuyler, but help was on the way!...
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- Jul 20
- 3 min
This Day in History: Signers of the Declaration
On this day in 1811, a signer of the Declaration of Independence writes a letter. Benjamin Rush had put his life on the line when he...
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- Jul 20
- 2 min
This Day in History: American Patriots set fire to Boston Light
On this day in 1775, American Patriots set fire to Boston Light, then the oldest lighthouse in North America. In many ways, our...
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- Jul 17
- 3 min
This Day in History: Little-known Revolutionary War hero Peter Gansevoort
On this day in 1749, Revolutionary War hero Peter Gansevoort is born. But for him, would Americans have lost the Battle of Saratoga? He...
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- Jul 12
- 3 min
This Day in History: The Patriotic women at the Battle of Huck’s Defeat
On this day in 1780, Americans win the Battle of Huck’s Defeat. You’ll love the bravery of a few patriotic ladies in the hours before...
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- Jul 10
- 3 min
This Day in History: The Capture of British General Richard Prescott
On this day in 1777, British Major General Richard Prescott is captured. One author has called this event “the outstanding special...
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- Jul 6
- 3 min
This Day in History: Battle of Green Spring
On this day in 1781, the Battle of Green Spring is fought. Technically, the battle was a British victory. Strategically, it was anything...
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- Jul 4
- 3 min
This Day in History: Happy Independence Day!
On this day in 1776, the Continental Congress adopts our Declaration of Independence. It had already resolved on July 2 that “these...
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- Jul 2
- 3 min
This Day in History: Happy 2nd of July! (Or so John Adams thought.)
On this day in 1776, the Continental Congress declared America’s independence! Did you know that this vote actually occurred on July 2,...
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- Jun 30
- 3 min
This Day in History: Captain Silas Talbot
On this day in 1813, a former captain of the Continental Navy passes away. Silas Talbot also served in the United States Navy as the...
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- Jun 28
- 3 min
This Day in History: Plot to assassinate George Washington
On this day in 1776, one of George Washington’s personal guards is hanged for sedition and treachery. Thomas Hickey had been involved in...
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- Jun 21
- 3 min
This Day in History: Benjamin Franklin’s son imprisoned
On this day in 1776, the Provincial Congress of New Jersey declares William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin and the last royal...
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- Jun 16
- 2 min
This Day in History: Grace & Rachel Martin, unsung Revolutionary War heroines
At about this time in 1781, two South Carolina women take a huge risk for the Patriot cause. Yet the details of their escapade were...
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- Jun 6
- 2 min
This Day in History: Marinus Willett, Revolutionary War Hero
On this day in 1775, Marinus Willett stops British soldiers from leaving New York City with a store of arms. In fact, he not only stopped...
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- Jun 4
- 2 min
This Day in History: Jack Jouett’s midnight ride
On this day in 1781, a brave American makes a daring trip in the middle of the night. Can you hear the echoes of Paul Revere?! Jack...
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- Jun 1
- 3 min
This Day in History: Captain James Jack's Ride
At about this time in 1775, a Patriot begins a long horseback ride from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Philadelphia. The ride was long and...