by James Gallagher | Apr 7, 2025 | Article
Summary: With Spain officially joining France on America’s side and the Netherlands also aiding the cause, the global conflict that was the Revolution was heading to a climax. RECAP: Part 1 of this series discussed the covert support provided by France, Spain and...
by James Gallagher | Mar 26, 2025 | Article
Summary: France’s open alliance with America in 1778 transformed the war into a global conflict of grand strategy. Part 1, “Secret Dalliances,” described the covert support that France and Spain sent to America that began even before the Declaration of Independence...
by James Gallagher | Mar 13, 2025 | Article
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...
by James Gallagher | Feb 18, 2025 | Article
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...
by James Gallagher | Feb 3, 2025 | Article
Summary: Women who followed the Continental army filled roles that were desperately needed in the fight for liberty. Camp Followers in the Continental Army As Commander-In-Chief of the Continental Army, few challenges vexed George Washington more than “camp...
by James Gallagher | Dec 17, 2024 | Article
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...
