Tag Archives: American Revolutionary War

Visiting the Scene of Action: Battle of Camden

Posted on December 1, 2018 by

A reflection on the previous month’s exploration in South Carolina. August 16, 1780 would prove to be a devastating day for the American Army in the south, known as the “Grand Army” by its commander, Maj. Gen. Horatio Gates, the … Continue reading →

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Book Review: A Battlefield Atlas of the American Revolution by Craig L. Symonds

Posted on November 16, 2018 by

As a young history buff, I remember well wearing out the pages of the original A Battlefield Atlas of American Revolution by Craig Symonds. Though I have no idea where that well worn out book is today, I am happy … Continue reading →

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George Washington’s Greatest Speech?

Posted on October 15, 2018 by

On the morning of March 15, 1783, George Washington strode into the “New Building” or “Temple” as the structure was referred as, to address the assembled officers of the Continental Army. He asked General Horatio Gates if he could have … Continue reading →

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Interview with Michael Troy from American Revolution Podcast

Posted on October 4, 2018 by

Emerging Revolutionary War recently had the pleasure, via e-mail, to interview historian Michael Troy who is the man behind the popular American Revolution Podcast site. A link to his page follows this interview. What was the reasoning behind starting American Revolution … Continue reading →

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Another American in Paris

Posted on August 3, 2018 by

So, vacation time rolls around again and this year my family and I had an opportunity to travel to Paris, France for a few days.  Riding into the city from Charles de Gaulle Airport, our taxi driver, by chance, took … Continue reading →

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Uncovering the Continental Army in Morristown

Posted on July 30, 2018 by

Part of an ongoing series about the Continental Army in Morristown, New Jersey. To read previous posts, click here. During the winter encampment, in 1777, at Morristown, George Washington ordered the inoculation for smallpox of the Continental Army. Although knowing … Continue reading →

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Uncovering the Continental Army in Morristown

Posted on July 16, 2018 by

Part of an ongoing series of about the Continental Army in Morristown, New Jersey. For the first post, click here. Across the street from the Ford Mansion, the elegant home of the Jacob Ford, Jr. and his family, and the … Continue reading →

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