Revolutionary War
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How to Sew a Revolutionary War Soldier's CostumeThis article discusses how to make a soldier's costume from the Revolutionary War. For less than $30 you can convert a cowboy hat and trench coat into the hat and coat from the Colonial era.- Genealogy Research: Searching for Your Ancestors Who Fought in the Revolutionary WarThis article describes resources that are available both online and in book form, which will help you find information on your ancestors that fought in the American Revolutionary War.
Genealogy - Search Heritage Quest for Revolutionary War AncestorsLearn how to use the Heritage Quest "Search for Revolutionary War" records for free, plus access original, microfilmed pension application files, including genealogy,on your ancestor.- Catch a Rare Glimpse into What Food was like During the Revolutionary WarIt is said that an army travels on its stomach, and we all know that our early American soldiers crossed a whole lot of territory. One of the essential components of their diet was bread made with two ingredients: flour and water.
Major Battles of the Revolutionary WarA look at some major battles of the revolutionary war. These battles helped shape American history and earned our country it's freedom.- Why the Revolutionary War was Actually Non-RevolutionaryContrary to popular belief, and the name given to the movement, the Revolutionary War was a very non-revolutionary movement.
- War, Strife and Struggle in American HistoryHere are some random facts related to war and struggle in American history.
- Unsung Heroes of the Revolutionary WarWithout Lydia's contribution to the war effort the outcome would have been very different.
A Brief Look at the American Revolutionary WarA brief examination of some of the causes of the American Revolutionary War.- 4th of July: Revolutionary War Movie MarathonWarm up the DVD player for the 4th of July holiday Revolutionary War Marathon. There are numerous miniseries and nonfiction documentaries on TV about the Revolution, but there are only a handful of theatrical releases with this pivotal event as the theme.
- The American SpiritA inspirational piece on the spirit of America
Were African Americans Patriotic During the American Revolutionary War?A patriot is a person who loves, supports, and defends his or her country and its interests with devotion.- America's New GovernmentThis is how America went from independent to a republic.
Discover Civil War History at Fort Fisher in Wilmington, North CarolinaWalk in the footsteps of history at Fort Anderson near Wilmington, North Carolina. Tour the remains of a Civil War fort along the shores of the Cape Fear River.- Edmund Howe: A Brief LifeBiography of Edmund Dudley Howe, son of abolitionist newspaper editor Eber Howe.
- Book Review: Almost a Miracle: the American Victory in the War of Independence by John FerlingA balanced, well written narrative and analysis of the Revolutionary War.
- Legal Pirates Fight in the Revolutinary War in "Privateers of '76"If you want to read stories about privateers and not just dry facts, try this teen-oriented book, long on story, short on space-filling illustrations.
- Sure Shot Tim Murphy: Revolutionary War Historical Figurehis is about the great revolutionary war hero Tim Murphy including his early life, military career, and later life.
- King George III: Enemy of the American Revolutionary WarAlthough King George III was loved by all in Britain, to the American Colonist, he was enemy number one. Read the history and influence of this king, and how his life ended as a victim of severe insanity.
- Book Review: The Revolutionary War Privateers of Patriot PiratesBesides the tiny, inconsequential Continental Navy, the British Navy faced the crippling impact of hundreds and hundreds of privateers.
- The American Revolutionary WarThe American Revolution and how the war started.
- Lesson Plan: The American Revolution Grade 3 to Grade 6This lesson plan is geared for grade 3 to grade 6 students. Homeschool teachers and traditional teachers will find the resources offered to be valuable in teaching students about the Revolutionary War.
A Stroll Around Historic Savannah, GeorgiaA summary of historic sights in downtown Savannah, Georgia
Shenandoah Valley Historical Sculptor Recreates Revolutionary War IconGary Casteel is a Shenandoah Valley, Virginia historical artist who was commissioned to create a statue of Peter Muhlenberg for the Town of Woodstock, Virginia.- Was the Revolutionary War Biblically Justified?When looking at the issue of whether the war for independence was Biblically justified we have to look at the different sides of the argument and compare what is said in our scriptures.
Key Battles in American History: From Trenton to Pearl HarborAn article that focuses on key battles in American history. Each battle has its own history, and deserves to be remembered for the results that occurred for the United States.- Revolutionary War Series - the AntagonistsThis article lists the division in opinion in England and America during the Revolutionary War
- American Revolution Historical Sites on the East CoastThe American Revolution was a fascinating part of our nation's history and should be studied more extensively. Consider taking your family on a vacation to the East Coast Revolutionary War sites.
- Important Events Leading to the Revolutionary Warimportant events like the Boston Tea Party and Boston Massacre which led to the Revolutionary War
- The Revolutionary War and the Battle of MinisinkThe Battle of Minisink was fought during the Revolutionary War between a Mohawk Chief and 2 well known Colonels during the year of 1779.
