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The Whiskey Rebellion of 1794
The Whiskey Rebellion represented the first serious challenge to the authority of the newly formed central government and thus demanded a decisive response.
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Ag Facts of the Eighteenth Century
Agriculture in the 18th century was a hard lifestyle. Farmers were fighting to establish their rights under the new government. See how things were different -- and the same.
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Americans Revolt Over Whiskey
Rebellion against a whiskey tax tested the new U.S. Constitution and set the precedent for future conflicts between Americans and their government.
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Book Review: The Whiskey Rebellion
The series of events in the 1790s, which pitted federalists against anti-federalists, sometimes called the Whiskey Rebellion, was the epilogue to the Revolution.
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The Whiskey Rebellion
A goal of paying off Revolutionary War debts led to a second uprising. Some call it America's first Civil War as it pitted the government against its citizens.
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The Whiskey Rebellion by William Hogeland
Hogeland's book brings to life the economic distress of the rebels, the heavy hand of the federal government, and the peace efforts of moderates.
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American Whiskey Trail Northbound
Face facts! Alcohol has always been a part of the American landscape. Through good times and bad, war and peace, Prohibition and even a Rebellion, whiskey was there!
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Fall Whisky Events
Across the Americas whisky, with or without the "e", is being celebrated. Come join novices and connoisseurs where experts hold court and the drams are delightful.
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George Washington as President
George Washington assumed the presidency as Europe began a long period of strife begun by the 1789 French Revolution, events balanced by crucial domestic problems.
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Bourbon Lovers Rejoice!
Its official! The US Senate has proclaimed September "NATIONAL BOURBON HERITAGE MONTH". Mix up a mint julep, manhattan or an old fashioned and join the celebration.
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Myrtles Plantation Ghosts
Louisiana mansion was the scene of murders and is a place where occurrences paranormal happen. It is thought to be the most haunted plantation house in the USA.
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U.S. Tax System History in the 18th Century
Taxes have been imposed on Americans since 1765 and evolved throughout the centuries, some related to historical events and others were more added more gradually.
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William Clark - U.S. Explorer and Adventurer
Perhaps better known as the second half of the Lewis and Clark exploration team within the Corps of Discovery, William Clark led a remarkable career of adventure.
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American Whiskey Trail South
From colonial times to present day whiskey has been a mainstay in American libations. Corn, charcoal and limestone springs are just some of the reasons why.
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Making Whiskey in Western Pennsylvania
The Revolutionary War brought the desired freedom the young states wanted, but it also brought great debt. Alexander Hamilton's idea on how to pay the debt caused mayhem.
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Pittsburgh's 250-Year-Old Name
As Pittsburgh celebrates its 250th birthday, locals wonder how their city came to be. What's in a name? Read about the most daring mission of the French and Indian War.
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Atten-Hut!
Your Family legend says that your 4Great Grandfather was in the Revolution, and 2Great Grandpa was in the Civil War. Was he? This is the first in a series of articles about military records and resources.
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Libertarianism & the Founders - Part One
Would the Founders agree with Libertarians on the Role of Government?
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In the Shadow of Our Founders -- Part Three
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
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In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Three
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
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