Revolutionary Alliances Part 1: Secret Dalliances

Revolutionary Alliances Part 1: Secret Dalliances

Summary: The secret military material assistance provided by France and Spain early in the war was vital in America’s fight for independence. Teaser: Americans were quick to fight for their liberties, but once the shooting began, they realized they were up against a...
The Value of a Dollar

The Value of a Dollar

Summary: Coming up with a national currency that would retain its value and be suitable to pay soldiers in the Continental army was a major challenge during the Revolutionary War. Military Pay During the Revolution Continental Soldiers were paid six and two-thirds...
Crowning The Last King of America

Crowning The Last King of America

The Portrait of George III The State Portrait above depicts George William Frederick, Prince of Wales, just 22 years old, in his coronation robes about to become the next monarch of Great Britain. Alan Ramsay began the portrait in July of 1761 in anticipation of...
Revolutionary Christmas Celebrations

Revolutionary Christmas Celebrations

Summary: Christmas celebrations in colonial America were far different than they are today. Early Views of Christmas With big-box stores announcing the impending Christmas season with carols at about the same time Halloween candy appears on their shelves, we have been...