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Anthony Wayne was an American Statesman, who became a general and fought in the Revolutionary War. He made military his career. His bravery and daring exploits earned him the nickname “Mad Anthony.” General “Mad” Anthony WaynePublic domain image. Early Life Anthony Wayne was born on January 1, 1745. As a child, Wyne studied to be … Read more

General Daniel Morgan was a general in the Revolutionary War, a talented battlefield tactician, and a politician. He took part in two of the most important turning points in the revolution. Early Life & Seven Years General Daniel Morgan, by Charles Wilson Pealepublic domain image. Daniel Morgan was born in 1735 to James and Eleanor … Read more

Although the Brown Bess bayonet, (British Land Pattern smooth-bore) fought for both sides of the American Revolution, she was the most commonly used rifle among the patriots, which is why we deemed the Brown Bess bayonet the gun that freed America. Specifications The specifications vary slightly from source to source, even among the published historians, … Read more

The battle of Long Island, a British victory, began just after the Siege of Boston. As the British fled from their defeat, General George Washington anticipated they would go south and try to attack New York. He and his army traveled southward, in an attempt to cut them off before the attack. As it turns out, the British … Read more

What is is the electoral college? With a new election year coming up, it’s a good idea to take a look at our system of government, and get a sense of what your vote really means.  If you google the electoral college definition, you’ll see, “(in the US) a body of people representing the states of … Read more

When the Revolutionary War was just beginning, both the British and the Americans tried to garner the support of the native American Indians, or, at the very least, ensure their neutrality. Most of them chose to side with the British. In June of 1778, stirrings caused the Continental Congress to come to the agreement that a major … Read more

John Laurens was a soldier and a diplomat in the Revolutionary War. He was also an abolitionist who spent a lot of time and effort trying to get Congress and South Carolina legislature to approve a regiment of black soldiers. He died in a small skirmish at the end of the war. John Laurens, painted … Read more

General Thomas Gage, painting by John Singleton Copley | Wikimedia Commons public domain image. Early Life Thomas Gage was a British General known for his service in the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War. The second son of a Viscount, he was born in 1719 or 1720 in England, This nobleman’s status would serve him … Read more

“What! A provincial colonel teaches a British general how to fight!” General Edward Braddock was receiving advice from a young George Washington. Washington was suggesting that he disperse his army and fight behind trees as the Indians did. General Braddock was slow to do as the younger officer advised, and he would pay dearly. This was … Read more

Though we consider thee as a public enemy, we regard thee as a private friend. While we detest the cause thee fights for, we wish well to thy personal interest and safety. ~  Lydia Darragh This quote explains her perspective on how to help the patriots without putting herself or her family in danger. Lydia … Read more