The road to independence took many turns in RI. Step into the pre-Revolutionary War era

On July 17, the Liberty brought two Connecticut-based ships into Newport Harbor, accusing their captains of customs ...
San Diego Union-Tribune

American Revolution re-enactment slated at Julian orchard for battle’s 250th anniversary

History buffs are expected to converge on Julian April 26-27 to participate in a re-enactment of the battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the start of the American War of Independence in ...

'With 'The American Revolution' series, director Ken Burns warns against the tendency to judge heroes of the past through the eyes of the present'

COLUMN. In a spectacular documentary, the filmmaker advocates for a nuanced and diverse understanding of the history of the ...
Military.com

250 Years After America Went to War for Independence, a Divided Nation Battles over its Legacy

LEXINGTON, Mass. (AP) — Thousands of people came to Lexington, Massachusetts, just before dawn on Saturday to witness a reenactment of how the American Revolution began 250 years ago, with the blast ...
Reason

Writings on the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution

Over the years, I have written various posts and articles on the American Revolution and the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. Some have obvious continuing relevance to such issues as ...
The New York Times

Museums Tell Stories of American Independence

Before the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, exhibitions and events in many states offer a variety of voices and views. By John Hanc Reporting from Richmond, Va.
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Forgotten Revolutionary War Battlefield Skeletons Discovered | Battle of Camden

'Forgotten Revolutionary War Battlefield Skeletons Discovered | Battle of Camden' History Hit has been up close to a remarkable story from the American War of Independence, exploring the history ...