Tag Archives: Thomas Jefferson
George Washington’s “Favorite” Charles Lee
When you mention the name “Charles Lee” in many Revolutionary War circles, one immediately thinks of Maj. Gen. Charles Lee. Though there was another Charles Lee and it can be argued provided more contributions to the United States than the … Continue reading
Revolutionary Era Connection in Orlando, Florida?
When one mentions the word “Orlando” what is the first thought to pop into your head? Universal? Or maybe two words; “Disney World or Walt Disney?” In all likelihood, the name Francis Wayles Eppes, is not one of the people … Continue reading
Independence and Contradiction: Our Founding Slaveholders
Emerging Revolutionary War welcomes guest historian Michael Aubrecht. A biography of Mr. Aubrecht is attached below. In 2011 an exhibit titled “Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty” started running at the Smithsonian’s American History Museum from January 27, 2012 … Continue reading
Standing in the Room Where American Was Born
As I stood in Independence Hall, in the room where the Founders debated the Declaration of Independence, I suddenly started thinking of the opening scene from the musical 1776, when John Adams cries for independence while everyone else complains about … Continue reading
Jefferson Memorial
Photo taken on May 11th.
April 19th Memories from Lexington
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. This installment is by Rich Gillespie, a native of Lexington, Massachusetts. If you live in … Continue reading
“The Pox and the Covenant: The Curious History of Science and Religion in Colonial Boston”
Looking for something to do midweek? Enjoy a Wednesday night at Shenandoah University and learn about an aspect of early American history. If in the lower Shenandoah Valley or can make the trek, join Shenandoah University’s History Fellows in welcoming … Continue reading