The Continental Army in the Revolutionary War [Dedicated in memory of Feldwebel Johannes Seipp, Infanterie-Regiment Leib, Hesse-Kassel] In 1775, there were not enough uniforms in the Continental Army to distinguish the officers from their men. The Continental Congress tried to standardize a uniform of brown, but without any authority to raise money this was easier said than done. Officers wore remnants of old military dress; with no thought given to similarit ...

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Copy Email This Show Close Window 1 of 14 Causes of the American Revolution In 1763, the French and Indian War, known in Europe as the Seven Year's War, ended with the Treaty of Paris. Under the treaty, France gave England the French territory east of the Mississippi River, except New Orleans. The Spanish gave up east and west Florida to the English in return for Cuba. The war had cost Great Britain a lot of money, and the people of Great Britain were already being heavily taxed ...

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??GASPEE HISTORY The Joseph Bucklin Society -- Researching American History 1600-1799. A National History Center for the Gaspee Affair of 1772 and of the Bucklin Family 1600-1899. Home Page In This Section Buy Books on Any Subject from Our JBS Bookstore. Browse the Bookstore. Site Map Sign up for our free newsletter. Make a contribution to the Society. Join the Society How will you be remembered by your grandchildren? We can help.The Gaspee Affair In th ...

Welcome to the The Gaspee Virtual Archives at www.gaspee.ORG Current categories in the Gaspee Virtual Archives: Introduction to the Gaspee Virtual ArchivesAnalysis of the Gaspee Event Gaspee TestimonyReactions to the Burning of the Gaspee Cast of CharactersGaspee Backgrounds Gaspee ControversiesMiscellanea Gaspee Poetry About the Gaspee Affair Teachers' Room -- Curriculum aids Gaspee for Kids!$upport the Gaspee Days Committee and this site! Gaspee Graphics FilesEditoria ...

format this article to print GÁLVEZ, BERNARDO DE (1746-1786). Bernardo de Gálvez was born on July 23, 1746, in Macharaviaya, a mountain village in the province of Málaga, Spain, the son of Matías and Josepha Madrid y Gallardo de Gálvez. During his lifetime his family was one of the most distinguished in the royal service of Spain. Following family tradition, Bernardo chose a military career. In 1762 he served as a lieutenant in a war with Portugal, after ...

Stories from American History on Music Video "Jack Jouett's Ride" lyrics and music by Tim Sparling & Allen Werneken Listen to "Jack Jouett's Ride" using Real Player Problems playing the song? Click here View the lyrics for "Jack Jouett's Ride" The year was 1781. On the night of June 3, Jack Jouett was sitting outside the Cuckoo Tavern in the town of Louisa, VA when he heard the sounds of riding cavalry. He crept softly to the roadside where he saw Col. Banastre Tarleton wit ...

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Black Loyalists One of the most fascinating tales concerning the American Revolution, and Loyalists in particular, is the role of African Americans. Blacks were represented in all geographic areas of America and were a part of everyday life, whether as free people or slaves. Our site covers both the military and civilian aspects of the Black Loyalist experience. There was but one Provincial regiment in which their service was permitted ...

Founded in 1902, the Old Barracks Association celebrates over 100 years of preserving, curating and interpreting the circa 1758 Trenton barracks. Heed the call - Join the Old Barracks Association today, and do your part to help keep history alive for tomorrow! A Rare Treat: The Artwork of Peter Fiore! Coming Soon - 2006 Calendar of Events Join Our Mailing List Email: The Old Barracks Fife and Drum Corps sounds off. The Quarterm ...

Saratoga National Historical Park The American Victory here over the British in 1777 was the turning point of the Revolution and one of the decisive battles in the world history. Major General Philip Schuyler's country home and the 154 ½-foot Saratoga Monument are nearby. Welcome to the Saratoga National Historical Park Web Site Getting to the Park Address Location Directions Transportation Telephone Accessibility Helpful Hints Recommended Clothing Climate/Weather F ...

HOME | History | Who Served | Washington | For Kids | FAQs | Visiting | Links | Guest book Welcome to Valley Forge Valley Forge is the story of the six month encampment of the Continental Army of the newly formed United States of America under the command of General George Washington, a few miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Though no battle was fought here from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778, a struggle against the elements and low morale was overcome on this sacred grou ...