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General George Washington
Before George Washington became America's first President, he was its first general. General George Washington was indispensable to winning the American Revolution.
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General George Washington's Military Leadership
General George Washington proved to be a decisive military leader during the War for Independence, and one who benefited from luck as well.
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The Culper Ring. (Part One).
During the War of Independence (1778-1783) espionage played a key role in pushing the British out of America.
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The Culper Ring. (Part Two).
During the war of independence (1778-1783) espionage played a major role in the defeat of the British.
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Martha Washington: First Lady
A brief look at the life of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington, first lady of the United States of America who was known as "Lady Washington and ' Lady Presidentress' .
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The Origins of the United States Army Band
The U.S. Army Band developed through necessity, serving Colonial militias and Continental armies during the American Revolution, establishing a tradition for today.
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The Sullivan-Clinton Campaign
In 1778 the Iroquois Confederation was invaded by American forces under the command of General John Sullivan, devastating the Six Nations.
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Baron von Steuben
Baron von Steuben trained soldiers at Valley Forge during the American Revolution and enacted important regulations for the training and maintaining of the American Army.
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George Washington's Early Years
Washington was born into a fairly prosperous Virginian family, and with diligence and luck succeeded in becoming a surveyor at age 16 before inheriting Mount Vernon
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Women of the American Revolution
Margaret Corbin, Molly Pitcher and Deborah Sampson actively participated in the American Revolution and fought for democracy and the freedom we now enjoy.
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The Marquis de Lafayette
The Marquis de Lafayette volunteered in the American Revolution, befriended George Washington, protected the French royal family and was Napoleon's adversary.
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The Life of George Washington
George Washington is remembered for leading the United States to victory in the American Revolution and as the first President of the United States.
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Battle of the Brandywine, 1777, September 11
On September 11, 1777, the Continental Army under Gen. George Washington lost one of the biggest battles of the American Revolution to British forces at Chadd's Ford, PA.
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Great General or Fortunate Figurehead?
An Analysis of George Washington's Military Leadership
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Lesson Plan for Teaching the Revolutionary War
The National Archives has partnered with a Florida teacher to produce an online lesson plan featuring documents and images for teaching about the Revolutionary War.
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Ringing Rocks, Upper Black Eddy PA
Dr. Ott gave a concert playing the rocks, accompanied by a brass band. A Lafayette College geologist studied them in his lab. Why these rocks ring is still a mystery
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All Talk and No Fight
McClellan’s hesitation, once again, cost the Union a chance to strike a fatal blow to the Confederacy. His boasting and lack of action gave him the repuation of all talk and no fight.
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Classic Authors: Washington Irving
A brief biography of Washington Irving.
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Colonial St. Patrick's Day
Though St. Patrick's Day has become identified with Irish nationalism and Roman Catholic observance, its origins in America were Protestant, and British.
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Colonial Women Warriors
Franklin and Sampson vowed to protect home and country. Franklin, stood down an angry mob. Sampson, disguised as a soldier, fought in the Continental Army
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Confederate Spy Belle Boyd
Belle Boyd was a spy who later became a celebrity because of her exploits. Bold, daring, ready to use feminine charms to gain information, she was very effective.
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Haunted New Jersey Spy House Ghosts
Also known as the Shoal Harbor Museum, it's the residence of featured identified and anonymous specters. An investigation of the building's grounds was cancelled. Why?
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How Well do You Know the Revolution?
A Trivia Quiz to Test Your Knowledge of the American Revolution
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Jane Austen and the Americans
The celebrated English novelist Jane Austen's village-centered stories bely her real knowledge and interest of the international events of her day.
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Keep Hamilton on the Ten
Supporters of Ronald Reagan Ready to Consign Alexander Hamilton to the "Ash Heap of History"
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Martha Washington and Valley Forge
Many American women and their children accompanied their men to the battlefield. Martha left Mt. Vernon to join her husband, George at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.
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Montreal, The Americans and Benjamin Franklin
The Americans invade Montreal in 1775 and have control over Montreal and Quebec for 188 days: Benjamin Franklin and Montreal
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NYC historic Upper Manhattan
New York City's Upper Manhattan has historic ties to the American Revolution war for independence. Here are tips to visiting some of the places used during this period.
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Political Debates – Legalization of Cannabis
Prohibition of cannabis is still an ongoing process in much of the world, contrary to emerging scientific findings and public opinion.
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September 11th in American History
What other historic events occurred in United States on September 11? Have any other life changing events happened on the Eleventh of September?
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Sybil Ludington
Ludington endured pouring rain and exposure to dangerous encounters to warn colonial militia the British troops were near.
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The Battle of Trenton
It was December 1776. New York City had fallen to the British and the Continentals were in retreat. As winter closed in, the end of the glorious cause seemed imminent.
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The Haunted Bernardsville Library
Bernardsville Public Library used to be the Vealtown Tavern, in Bernardsville, New Jersey. This library not only houses books, but it is home to a female ghost.
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The Haunted Hale Homestead
Reports indicate that the Revolutionary War hero's family might still walk the premises in this 1776 Homestead, located in Coventry, Connecticut.
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The Society of the Cincinnati
The Society is an American military, patriotic, beneficent, social and non-political organization formed by the commissioned officers of the Continental Army.
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Wythe House Ghosts - Williamsburg, VA
The Reverend Dr. Goodwin used the house as headquarters during the colonial renovation. He, staff members and guests had encounters with its spectral residents.
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American Revolution History Picture Books
Selene Castrovilla and award-winning artists tell two little-known stories from the American Revolution in these picture books for kids.
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Battle of Pell's Point (Pelham)
Led by Colonel John Glover and his regiment from Marblehead, Massachusetts, a small group of Continental soldiers managed to fight off the British at Pelham, New York.
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Conquer The New World All Over Again
A Review of CDV's "American Conquest"
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Corporate Leadership vs. Corporate Lordship
The author discusses the difference between leadership and lordship in corporate America and uses the example of General George Wahington in describing the attributes of a leader as opposed to a lord.
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Criticism Sparked Washington To Action
Following a crushing defeat at New York, Washington accidentally read a note belittling him but spurred him into action.
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General Charles Lee
Charles Lee is one of the more fascinating, eccentric, and forgotten characters to have taken part in the American Revolutionary War.
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General John "Black Jack" Pershing
The chronicle of the life of a man who embodied every great part of American leadership from the past; then became the model for every American General in the future.
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General John Burgoyne
British General John Burgoyne's military career is most noted in the US for his surrender to the American army at Saratoga, bringing France into the American Revolution.
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Great Books on Early America
If you enjoy early American history, particularly the American Revolution and founding era, here are some books your library must have.
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Iroquois Civil War
The American Revolution split the Iroquois Confederation and resulted in internal warfare that had devastating results.
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JAMES MONROE: THE LAST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT, PART I
James Monroe was the last of the Virginia Dynasty elected to the White House. He was also the last Revolutionary War veteran to be elected President. This article traces his career from war hero to diplomat.
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Literary Technique – Paradox
When faced with conflicting ideas or experiences in life, often writers and artists will use the paradox, a tool that helps explain how two opposing ideas can be true.
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Nathanael Greene, An American Soldier
Among the heroes of the Revolutionary War, Nathanael Greene is honored in northern and southern states for military strength and bravery,
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Political Causes of the Civil War
What were the political causes of the American Civil War? What differences led to the War Between the States? And what lessons can we take from the war?
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