Revolutionary War Leaders
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Revolutionary Diplomats: Franklin and Adams
VIDEO | During the Revolutionary War, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams were both sent by Congress to Paris – with the vital diplomatic mission of...
"I wish you to be exceedingly watchfull": George Washington to George Weedon, September 1781
George Washington's letter to George Weedon as the French and American forces gathered at Yorktown.
Peter Horry
Peter Horry was born to a Huguenot family in Prince George Winyah Parish, South Carolina-modern day Georgetown- in 1743. Horry began engaging in...
William Benison
William Benison served as a major in Lt. Col. Francis Marion's 2nd South Carolina Regiment. In November 1781, Benison received an appointment as major...
Washington's Swords: Revolutionary Blades
VIDEO | George Washington's swords might have witnessed more key moments of American history than any other, through his time as commander-in-chief of...
John Burgoyne: Gentleman General
VIDEO | When General John Burgoyne took command of the British Army in Canada in 1777, he was confident of success. He had the command experience and...
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