Category Archives: Patriots Day

“Acts of a Rude Rabble…” General Gage, Lord Dartmouth and Ignorant Orders

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Rob Orrison

When one studies British General Thomas Gage and his performance leading up to Lexington and Concord you must step back and put yourself in Gage’s position. A man that believed not only in Royal authority over the American colonies, but … Continue reading →

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Emerging Revolutionary War Weekender: The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Posted on December 15, 2017 by Rob Orrison

Emerging Revolutionary War welcomes guest historian Paige Gibbons Backus to the blog. This Weekend marks the 244th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum 306 Congress St., Boston, MA 02210 http://www.bostonteapartyship.com We all know the holidays are some … Continue reading →

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Remembering Patriots Day

Posted on April 17, 2017 by erwguest

Leading up to the anniversary of April 19, 1775, we will be sharing some short remembrances from a few people who are from Lexington and Concord. Our first installment is by Alex Merenyi. Alex grew up in Lexington and moved to … Continue reading →

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