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1 week ago

The Typical American Can't Answer These Simple Revolutionary War Questions

The American Revolutionary War is one of the most studied conflicts, as well as one of the most celebrated times in U.S. history. Despite this, many of its basic facts have faded from memory. Many of us have forgotten the crucial battles and iconic people involved, alongside the motivations that drove the colonies to rebellion. However, understanding these events is necessary to understanding our country.
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fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Marine Corps birthday: Why it was celebrated in July from 1778 to 1921

The United States Marine Corps traces its origins to November 10, 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized two battalions, later recreated in 1798.
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fromBrooklyn Paper
8 months ago

Art installation at the Old Stone House connects Battle of Brooklyn to British colonization in India * Brooklyn Paper

The installation connects the Battle of Brooklyn with Britain's colonial impact in India, reflecting historical ties through contemporary art.
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fromNew York Post
8 months ago

Inside one of the biggest conspiracy theories of the American Revolution: That a woman may have kick-started the whole thing

The midnight ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes was pivotal in alerting patriots of British troop movements.
Margaret Kemble Gage is speculated to have leaked crucial information about British plans leading to the Revolutionary War.
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fromArs Technica
8 months ago

New NOVA doc puts Revolutionary War weapons to the test

The documentary reveals how technology and weaponry significantly influenced the American Revolutionary War's outcomes.
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