Berkeley County showcases its place in the American Revolution ahead of 250th anniversary
The Berkeley 250 Francis Marion Commission has a slate of events planned this spring to celebrate the 250 years since the ...
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At a time when Africa is convulsed by various threats and American interests could be at risk, United States influence is in ...
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You Can Buy a Rare Letter by George Washington Written at a Crucial Turning Point in the Revolutionary War
In the optimistic missive, Washington extols the revolutionary spirit of the American people—even in defeat—and makes a rare ...
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The hero of the Battle of Great Bridge was a sentry who took on an entire British platoon. He was also a free Black man.
History remembers Flora as the hero of the Battle of Great Bridge. A sentry facing an onslaught of volleys, he fired multiple ...
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'Culpeper Lafayette Days' declared for bicentennial of French patriot's visit
County BOS adopts resolution designating Aug. 22-23 for events recalling 200 years since revered Marquis who served with ...
George Washington’s rare letter goes up for sale on Presidents' Day, experts say it may fetch $150,000
A rare letter written by George Washington has been put up for sale on Presidents’ Day. This letter was written from ...
Most key participants in the American Revolution were young — not elder statesmen
James Madison University professor Rebecca Brannon studies age and the American Revolution. She says her students are often ...
Rare 240-year-old George Washington war letter comes up for sale
On April 26, 1777, during the Revolutionary War, a large British raiding party attacked the American supply depot at Danbury, ...
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Take A Walking Tour Through History at Philipse Manor Hall for President’s Day
A young George Washington in the 1750’s before… Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site is pleased to present a President’s ...
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Could the US Bring Back the Draft? Here’s What It Would Look Like
The constitution gives Congress the power to enact a draft, with each draft deciding who is to be pressed into military ...
Francis Marion's troops used this South Carolina farm for shelter. History nearly forgot it.
Graham's Farm in Lake City was a stop for Francis Marion’s troops during the Revolutionary War. A festival, reenactment bring ...
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The 51st State That Never Was: Why the United States Didn’t Annex Canada
Why didn’t the United States annex Canada during earlier historical periods? In short, because it didn’t want to. President ...