In the mid-1700s, the 5th of November was one of Boston’s most popular holiday. Check out this website to learn more about the history of it: 5th of November in Boston.
The blog Boston1775 also has some great information about this day too.
Showing posts with label American Revolution. Show all posts
Showing posts with label American Revolution. Show all posts
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thaddeus Kosciuszko - American Revolution War Hero
Lafayette and Baron von Steuben are two well known historical figures who had a large impact during the America Revolution. But they weren't the only foreign soldiers helping to win America's freedom. Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish soldier with a background in engineering made several significant contributions to the war effort. From creating the under water obstacle chevaux de frise, to helping to draft the strategy for the battle of Saratoga, he is one of the lesser known heroes of the war. Read more about his accomplishments here and why Thomas Jefferson called him "as pure a son of liberty as I have ever known.”
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
British Troops in American (circa 1775-1783)
In history classes across the country, rarely do children learn about the British soldier who served in the American Revolution. But if you are one of the few who is turned on by redcoat jackets, sparkling bayonets and stories long forgotten, then the blog British Soldiers, American Revolution is for you
Don Hagist, the blog author, touches upon the soldier's experience serving the British army, providing remarkable stories of deserters, prisoners of war and career soldiers. It's a must read for any British reenactor.
Don Hagist, the blog author, touches upon the soldier's experience serving the British army, providing remarkable stories of deserters, prisoners of war and career soldiers. It's a must read for any British reenactor.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Thinking about George Washington...
Great little article providing an quick recap of George Washington's military and political career. Tossed throughout the article are quotes by George himself, one which I enjoyed, “Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.”
This was written in 1759 to the Captains of the Virginia Regiments. 19 years later, it would be General Baron von Steuben who would come into Washington's camp at Valley Forge and instill that discipline which Washington's speaks of.
Washington may not have been a brilliant tactical leader, but he knew what made a great army, with discipline being one of them.
This was written in 1759 to the Captains of the Virginia Regiments. 19 years later, it would be General Baron von Steuben who would come into Washington's camp at Valley Forge and instill that discipline which Washington's speaks of.
Washington may not have been a brilliant tactical leader, but he knew what made a great army, with discipline being one of them.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Save Brandywine!
More sad news in the world of losing our battlefields. Brandywine Battlefield, one of the largest and of the bloodiest battles fought in the Revolutionary War, is due to close in the coming future. Closing the battlefield will have an impact on the visitor center, Washington and Lafayette's headquarters as well as the cancellation of a battle reenactment.
Visit Save Brandywine to learn how you can help keep it open.
Visit Save Brandywine to learn how you can help keep it open.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Battle of Chelsea Creek Continued...
Earlier this week I posted about the Mass Board of Underwater Archeological Resource being given a grant to Battlefield Protection Program Grant for the 1775 Battle of Chelsea Creek.
The blog Boston1775 has continued on that theme and has an excellent write up, providing you with a better understand of the that day's events, I highly recommend checking it out.
The blog Boston1775 has continued on that theme and has an excellent write up, providing you with a better understand of the that day's events, I highly recommend checking it out.
Friday, July 17, 2009
The Forgotten Battle of Chelsea Creek
Exciting news in the realm of protecting of battlefields (see prior post about the unpleasant news of the Wilderness). From the Massachusetts Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources:
"The Massachusetts Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources has been awarded a 2009 National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program Grant for the 1775 Battle of Chelsea Creek. Overshadowed by the battles at Concord/Lexington and Bunker Hill, the Battle of Chelsea Creek (or Noddles Island) was the first naval engagement of the Revolutionary War—and an American victory. The objective of this grant is to precisely locate British and American military operations and their associated archaeological resources, including the remains of the HMS Diana, through archival research and field documentation to assist in the identification, delineation, and interpretation of the battlefield. The $48,300 grant will be used for interns to undertake the research and to provide outreach to Chelsea, Revere, and East Boston."
"The Massachusetts Board of Underwater Archaeological Resources has been awarded a 2009 National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program Grant for the 1775 Battle of Chelsea Creek. Overshadowed by the battles at Concord/Lexington and Bunker Hill, the Battle of Chelsea Creek (or Noddles Island) was the first naval engagement of the Revolutionary War—and an American victory. The objective of this grant is to precisely locate British and American military operations and their associated archaeological resources, including the remains of the HMS Diana, through archival research and field documentation to assist in the identification, delineation, and interpretation of the battlefield. The $48,300 grant will be used for interns to undertake the research and to provide outreach to Chelsea, Revere, and East Boston."
The Battle of Chelsea Creek is one of the many engagements in and around Boston that few people know about. Prior to April 19th, in 1774 there was the Powder Alarm, which the blog boston1775.blogspot.com has an excellent analysis of.
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