http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-blog.html The Revolutionary War Blog keeps you up to date with new additions to the website. More interesting Revolutionary War Facts, Revolutionary War Quotes and Revolutionary War Games added all the time. en-us revolutionary war Wed, 22 May 2013 23:33:35 -0400 Wed, 22 May 2013 23:33:35 -0400 revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriots-win-the-battle-of-sag-harbor.html31b954f948c32b9d470a2c1c34e6c6e5On This Day in History, May 23, 1777, American Patriots win the Battle of Sag Harbor, Long Island, when Colonel Return Jonathan Meigs captures the British garrison at the occupied port of Sag Harbor. Wed, 22 May 2013 23:33:29 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/siege-of-ninety-six-begins.htmld8fb27d3cd22a68ea1577ffd313a0774On This Day in History, May 22, 1781, the Siege of Ninety-Six begins against Loyalist troops at Fort Ninety-Six, South Carolina, the last inland British stronghold in the south. Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:10 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/washington-and-rochambeau-meet-in-connecticut.htmlaf2e7c665e2efa77cd77d212c2797c1dOn This Day in History, May 21, 1781, Washington and Rochambeau meet in Connecticut to discuss whether to attack the British in New York or Virginia. They end up laying siege to Yorktown, Virginia. Tue, 21 May 2013 18:58:49 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/parliament-shuts-down-self-rule-in-massachusetts.htmlc6b650ef8f146cc092d7d5fd8921d6b5On This Day in History, May 20, 1774, Parliament shuts down self-rule in Massachusetts with part of the Coercive Acts, and begins to appoint colonial officials instead of allowing elections. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:39:10 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/button-gwinnett-dies.html86d5b2becc5274bd0cd4984bda8983c8On This Day in History, May 19, 1777, Georgia Declaration of Independence singer Button Gwinnett dies from wounds recieved in a duel with Brigadier General Lachlan McIntosh. Sun, 19 May 2013 18:47:30 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/mischianza-british-general-sir-william-howe.html7c9c2dca993ef9c0d1a4a79f56aabbbfOn This Day in History, May 18, 1778, the Mischianza festival is thrown for British General Sir William Howe. It was the greatest display of opulence ever seen in America to that time. Sat, 18 May 2013 18:01:49 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/battle-of-thomas-creek-second-florida-expedition.html1539a064774aee8e48e77c4f50de4eecThis Day in History, May 17, 1777, the Battle of Thomas Creek ends the second Florida Expedition, an attempt by Georgia patriots to capture British East Florida in the American Revolution. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:06:41 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/battle-of-alamance-war-of-the-regulation.html7a9251680b1b5ce3916dc929df8d2aa5On This Day in History, May 16, 1771, the Battle of Alamance brings the War of the Regulation to a close when North Carolina Regulators are defeated by Governor William Tryon. Thu, 16 May 2013 17:43:07 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/virginia-votes-to-declare-independence.html3613101e43d63e60e962faea3e963787On This Day in History, May 15, 1776, Virginia votes to declare independence from Great Britain with the passage of the Virginia Resolution asking Congress to make a formal declaration. Wed, 15 May 2013 18:58:57 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/jamestown-settlement-is-founded.html5c6e40f74f1acc70711d94d6f02fdc33On This Day in History, May 14, 1607, the Jamestown settlement is founded. It would become the first successful English settlement in the Americas and would be Virginia's capital for decades. Tue, 14 May 2013 23:32:41 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/captain-abraham-lincoln-is-born.htmld7efb32f78a4a49a3af7fe99a18f0501On This Day in History, May 13, 1744, Captain Abraham Lincoln is born. He would be the grandfather of President Abraham Lincoln and would serve in the Virginia militia during the American Revolution. Mon, 13 May 2013 16:22:00 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/seth-warner-captures-fort-crown-point.html546998de2b2542fbc308b4ac4ef0c7c2On This Day in History, May 12, 1775, Seth Warner captures Fort Crown Point as the American Revolution begins. Cannons from Crown Point and Fort Ticonderoga are used to drive the British from Boston. Mon, 13 May 2013 00:06:44 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/general-thomas-sumter-captures-orangeburg.html0197097f8a91d846573fe42754d05c11On This Day in History, May 11, 1781, General Thomas Sumter captures Orangeburg, South Carolina as the American patriots reclaim the south from the British and push them back to the coast. Sat, 11 May 2013 18:56:01 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriotic-jewelry.htmlf5907f6c2a98527d2becf5d2ce05663bView our selection of Patriotic Jewelry, American flag jewelry, patriotic rings, patriotic bracelets. Our patriotic lapel pins, star jewelry and military jewelry will inspire your patriotic spirit. Sat, 11 May 2013 13:45:36 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriotic-coins.htmle9ff31b7e6c8c0830d72951fe32ae593A unique collection of patriotic coins, including authentic Revolutionary War era coins, George Washington quarter collections, Ben Franklin Half-Dollar collections, Civil War era coins and more. Fri, 10 May 2013 20:33:44 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/paul-revere-dies.htmle0a366f936215016b3b119735bdcdc7eOn This Day in History, May 10, 1818, Paul Revere dies. He would be one of the American Revolution's greatest heroes and was involved in the Boston Massacre, the Penobscot Expedition and much more. Fri, 10 May 2013 17:35:31 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-general-benjamin-lincoln-dies.html24fc2ce97e2d6a42c7efc59563bf81a3On This Day in History, May 9, 1810, American General Benjamin Lincoln dies. He was a favoriteof George Washington in spite of being responsible for the largest American surrender of the Revolution. Thu, 9 May 2013 22:23:02 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-history-magazine.htmlebeb3085841abdb9575c3520aa7b6f2bRevolutionary War and Beyond's review of American History magazine. You can order a cheap magazine subscription here for a fraction of the cover price. Thu, 9 May 2013 01:45:33 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriotic-paintings.html9f9e834f59110c0b3d0db747b6af736dChoose from our patriotic paintings by artists such as Arnold Friberg and Gray's Watercolors. Patriotic Artwork such as The Prayer at Valley Forge, Revolutionary War paintings and watercolors. Wed, 8 May 2013 23:39:22 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-general-john-stark-dies.html292a8379c9c85c1d2eaf8bb16bb33195On This Day in History, May 8, 1822, American General John Stark dies. Stark would be known for his victory at the Battle of Bennington and as a Brigadier General during the American Revolution. Wed, 8 May 2013 17:58:59 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/john-hancock-writes-of-arrival-in-new-york-city.htmlde9ef6873f0aa670e52cb9c96100be43On This Day in History, May 7, 1775, John Hancock writes of his arrival in New York City to his fiancee Dorothy Quincy as he travels to Philadelphia for the Second Continental Congress. Tue, 7 May 2013 15:25:01 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-sitemap.html2cb9bf3a93f75c20f8ea6db106c8c2eaSitemap for revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com. Learn to understand the Revolutionary War, Founding Fathers, Declaration of Independence, US Constitution. Mon, 6 May 2013 19:17:42 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/seth-warner-green-mountain-boys-is-born.html2e1004ccd0b98c65db5fa83dbd60ac28On This Day in history, May 6, 1743, Seth Warner of the Green Mountain Boys is born. He would lead Warner's Regiment of the Continental Army and fight in several key battles of the Revolution. Mon, 6 May 2013 17:17:39 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/ben-franklin-returns-from-great-britain.html6ac05b839c0a653f9bc3bbd9306ddecdOn This Day in History, May 5, 1775, Ben Franklin returns from Great Britain after serving nearly 20 years as colonial agent to the Crown. He would join the Continental Congress upon his return. Sat, 4 May 2013 21:15:53 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/rhode-island-first-state-declare-independence.html3bc2cc3f42e085b3fb7f21edb295287dOn This Day in History, May 4, 1776, Rhode Island is the first state to declare independence from Great Britain, keeping in line with a long streak of independence. Sat, 4 May 2013 17:30:38 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriotic-books-and-gifts.htmlb534cac55f5d80069b9b7499e2638be4Patriotic Books and Gifts about the Revolutionary War and America's founding period, Revolutionary War Artwork, Patriotic Jewelry, Revolutionary War books about the Founding Fathers and more. Fri, 3 May 2013 20:33:51 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/loyalist-publisher-margaret-green-draper-is-born.htmle247d31d2af3b23f24297852e99c64f9On This Day in History, May 3, 1727, Loyalist Publisher Margaret Green Draper is born. She would publish a pro-British newspaper and eventually be forced to flee America with the Britsh. Fri, 3 May 2013 17:33:27 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-historical-documents.htmla9ad0e0ca8e1b7ff8c83b72dbeb0e424List of All the American historical documents that appear on the Revolutionary War and Beyond site. Revolutionary War documents, letters, proclamations, presidential addresses and more. Thu, 2 May 2013 23:06:52 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/nicholas-gilman-dies.htmld9341a83fea75421bd3c81bfc17c595eOn This Day in History, May 2, 1814, New Hampshire's Nicholas Gilman dies. He signed the US Constitution and served as one of George Washington's chief administrators during the American Revolution. Thu, 2 May 2013 16:33:47 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/general-john-lacey-loses-battle-of-crooked-billet.htmldbf5b7403877be465073fe1bf049cdb0On This Day in History, May 1, 1778, General Brigadier John Lacey loses the Battle of Crooked Billet near Philadelphia. British soldiers torture their American captives after the battle. Wed, 1 May 2013 23:07:47 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-games.html88f9103294730b2cf4c1b70cdd681b69Revolutionary War Games make learning about the American Revolution more fun. Chess boards, checkers, puzzles and crossword Puzzles to test your knowledge of the Revolutionary War. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:20:46 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-question-and-answer.html94d2a559c6157f42a3c9f0e6073241ceAsk questions about the Revolutionary War and have them answered by our visitors. Answer questions that have been submitted by other visitors to our site. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:10:28 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-quotes.html184da27a2894662baf9c1ec4f5be869eRevolutionary War Quotes from the American Revolution and Beyond! Famous quotes by Benjamin Franklin, George Washington Quotes, Thomas Jefferson Quotes, Thomas Paine Quotes, John Adams Quotes Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:46:56 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-attractions.htmle0883b17d06b227002ae875dee898c6eLearn about Revolutionary War Attractions, homes of Founding Fathers and sites related to the American Revolution that you can visit today. Share your pictures from a Revolutionary War Historic Site. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:26:26 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/current-events.htmlc496792a34de3d32605dcc56f5b55f7cLearn about current events in the news with Revolutionary War and Beyond's Current Events section. Read editorials and share your own opinions about current political issues. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:24:20 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/george-washington-inaugurated-first-president.html7ffa7f0dcbab72ef8360f3dbbdb8d5e4On This Day in History, April 30, 1789, George Washington is inaugurated the first President of the United States at Federal Hall in New York in front of the 1st Congress and a crowd of thousands. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:02:02 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-revolution-flags.html1b0099b3e39fa7d8848b3d9bfaebf809History and background of the most well known American Revolution Flags including the Betsy Ross Flag, Cowpens Flag, Gadsden Flag, Bennington Flag and more. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:55:39 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/deborah-sampson-dies.htmldecf6943df4cd93fde5ce04dd989ea8eOn This Day in History, April 29, 1827, Deborah Sampson dies. She would fight in the American Revolution while posing as a man and be the first woman to be awarded a pension for her military service. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:54:06 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/president-james-monroe-is-born.htmlc7d6b0b56cd04fa4b7bef0d20e84e66cOn This Day in History, April 28, 1758, President James Monroe is born. He would be an Ambassador to France, Secretary of State, Secretary of War and the 5th President of the United States. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:00:34 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/house-of-commons-passes-tea-act.html1a0c050f2b9bc7c624889a2d5949787aOn This Day in History, April 27, 1773, the House of Commons passes the Tea Act, an act which wouldlead the the Boston Tea Party and plunge Great Britain and her American colonies into war. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 17:34:00 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-search.html93a68a1738816d34284a6662ef03afffUse the Search Engine to help you find what you're looking for on the Revolutionary War and Beyond website. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:57:29 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/british-forces-raid-danbury-connecticut.html5ee76fd63417e8f83f2525694ae84b3bOn This Day in History, April 26, 1777, British forces raid Danbury, Connecticut and destroy an American supply depot, but the strategy backfires when more than 3000 join the army in retaliation. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:10:32 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/founding-fathers.htmld0daa173ae9248dcfbe8f97fbf1f56bfA list of America's most important Founding Fathers, including the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, Signers of the Constitution, Revolutionary War Generals & Women in the Revolutionary War. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:25:36 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/general-greene-loses-battle-of-hobkirks-hill.html6a19608c01727ddb94a6a6cc4924da86On This Day in History, April 25, 1781, General Nathanael Greene loses the Battle of Hobkirk's Hill, a small setback on Greene's way to forcing the British out of the interior of the South. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:31:20 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/declaration-of-independence-signer-benjamin-harrison-dies.html62fdb42c90e98a10c68d9f372d5fda36On This Day in History, April 24, 1791, Declaration of Independence signer Benjamin Harrison dies. Harrison would be instrumental in seeing the Declaration of Independence made in Congress. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:36:56 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/1st-amendment.html156a133eebfb6270ae72ec6427726d92Learn the basics of the 1st Amendment - the right to freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to assemble and to petition the government for redress of grievances. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:45:45 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/john-paul-jones-attacks-whitehaven-england.htmlcdceeb527d2bca66a6b2541355d23201On This Day in History, April 23, 1778, John Paul Jones attacks Whitehaven, England, the only attack on England during the American Revolution and the first invasion of England in 700 years. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:54:44 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/nathan-hale-decides-join-american-revolution.html493df712044566ac58268e9a58656be2On This Day in History, April 22, 1775, Nathan Hale decides to join the American Revolution. When later hanged as a spy, he would say, I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:43:17 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/george-washington-welcomed-by-citizens-trenton.htmla368eba267582f53744595a152bb9933On This Day in History, April 21, 1789, George Washington is welcomed by citizens of Trenton, New Jersey at the Assunpink Creek Bridge on his way to be inaugurated President in New York City. Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:35:09 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/tensions-virginia-lead-gunpowder-incident.htmla3b315aac7803237dd4d3797bc47ecacOn This Day in History, April 20, 1775, tensions in Virginia lead to the Gunpowder Incident when Governor John Murray confiscates the colonial supply of gunpowder at Williamsburg. Sat, 20 Apr 2013 12:31:32 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-facts.html749a4c3e4c0615a01744b6fe5b145ec5All types of Revolutionary War Facts. George Washington Facts, Facts on Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Adams Facts, Benjamin Franklin Facts, John Hancock Facts, James Madison Facts, Paul Revere Facts. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:25:26 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-revolution-begins.htmlb9681e683c25470f681d819c90941526On This Day in History, April 19, 1775, the American Revolution begins when the first shots are fired at the Battles of Lexington and Concord and would rage on for the next 7 years. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 19:09:58 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/paul-revere-makes-his-famous-midnight-ride.htmlb69bb2edb9f76ed9c945a4b0b08aaa4aOn This Day in History, April 18, 1775, Paul Revere makes his famous midnight ride to warn the countryside that the British were coming. The American Revolution would break out the following day. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:32:36 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/benjamin-franklin-dies.htmlf40558b2a7ba22fc7e4b2daaba693c20On This Day in History, April 17, 1790, Benjamin Franklin dies in Philadelphia. One of the most beloved Founding Fathers, Franklin signed the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:29:26 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/general-sir-henry-clinton-is-born.html5d7a28c37b36cb6b5ffa1529be6b28b5On This Day in History, April 16, 1730, General, Sir Henry Clinton is born. Clinton would be the British Commander-in-Chief for much of the American Revolution and would ultimately be defeated. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:50:04 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/revolutionary-war-causes.html01e2f237b812ad3f12a062e2122ef464Learn about the major Revolutionary War Causes, such as the Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Townsend Acts, Boston Massacre and associated people such as Samuel Adams, James Otis, the Sons of Liberty and more. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:15:51 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/american-history-book-club.htmlbad89f41da49a4c33ab094f67d94e66aJoin our American History Book Club. A free online book club studying the American Revolution and founding period of the United States. Free online book discussion guides. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:51:15 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/artist-charles-willson-peale-is-born.html06f8d4014501fe9a65dd916c14e6e077On This Day in History, April 15, 1741, Artist Charles Willson Peale is born. Peale would become one of the most prominent painters of figures from the American Revolution. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:28:49 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/george-washington-learns-elected-first-president.html8dffa1895bb3371516f87e36368db08aOn This Day in History, April 14, 1789, George Washington learns he has been elected the first President of the United States when he Charles Thomson arrives at Mount Vernon with the news.. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 17:48:36 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/thomas-jefferson-is-born.html099c873ee2e7f49c4b6ebe062c9fe7b1On This Day in History, April 13, 1743, Thomas Jefferson is born. He would write the Declaration of Independence, be the 3rd President of the United States and found the University of Virginia. Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:00:30 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/north-carolina-first-state-call-for-independence.html7c89d6d950101829a509634b083b46a7On This Day in History, April 12, 1776, North Carolina is the first state to call for independence from Great Britain, instructing her delegates to Congress in the Halifax Resolves.. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:22:59 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/facts-about-benjamin-franklin-2.html67d17064875a97b0ce5145a7653b54b1More interesting facts about Benjamin Franklin, facts about his life, landmarks, people he knew, Benjamin Franklin inventions, his relationships, rewards, accomplishments and much more. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:36:56 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/congress-declares-permanent-ceasefire.html585e235d3e29662cfec1447b8cd467e5On This Day in History, April 11, 1783, Congress declares a permanent ceasefire with Great Britain, bringing the hostilities of the American Revolution to an end. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:54:29 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/general-horatio-gates-dies.html178536884152825cb66b5f3c8254cd41On This Day in History, April 10, 1806, General Horatio Gates dies, one of the most controversial military figures of the American Revolution due to his desire to supersede George Washington. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:51:25 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/battle-of-the-saintes-begins.htmlfb12e8e3c99b418892141982b27d6f97On This Day in History, April 9, 1782, the Battle of the Saintes begins. This battle would be the defeat of the same French fleet under Admiral de Grasse that helped win the victory at Yorktown. Tue, 9 Apr 2013 17:54:38 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/facts-about-benjamin-franklin.html619f1418eb6c38cfa7bddb08c4482478Quick and interesting Facts about Benjamin Franklin, dates of birth and death, children, offices held, education, Benjamin Franklin quotes, works, retirement, honors received, autograph and more. Mon, 8 Apr 2013 22:54:09 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/joshua-barney-wins-battle-of-delaware-bay.htmle22bdffe36d367fcd5ce46d43a8337a1On This Day in History, April 8, 1782, Captain Joshua Barney wins the Battle of Delaware Bay, capturing a the British frigate General Monk and protecting his American merchant fleet from capture. Mon, 8 Apr 2013 18:40:03 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/jewish-financier-haym-solomon-is-born.html46f2a61186a444793d8e0b514faa21beOn This Day in History, April 7, 1740, Jewish financier Haym Solomon is born. Solomon would become known for his efforts to help finance the Revolution and as an early Jewish role model in America. Sun, 7 Apr 2013 19:12:08 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/continental-navy-loses-battle-of-block-island.html8aa5a51ad237fcef769cc2712c2e6691On This Day in History, April 6, 1776, the Continental Navy loses the Battle of Block Island when 7 American ships fail to capture the HMS Glasgow, an embarassing disaster for Congress. Sat, 6 Apr 2013 18:05:35 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/betsy-ross-facts.html2899c9dc21c714d63c7a05c08aaaa33bRead our Betsy Ross Facts about her birth, death, marriage, occupations, accomplishments, the story of creating the Betsy Ross Flag and her personal relationship with George Washington. Fri, 5 Apr 2013 21:30:45 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/patriot-rider-william-dawes-is-born.htmldfad13dce1cee045185e41774562277cOn This Day in History, April 5, 1845, Patriot rider William Dawes is born. He is Paul Revere's lesser known counterpart that would ride to warn that the British were coming on April 18, 1775. Fri, 5 Apr 2013 19:04:11 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/john-warren-continental-army-surgeon-dies.html305bc8a999bcbe8247deb79cdb98ae08On This Day in History, April 4, 1815, Dr. John Warren, Continental Army surgeon, dies. He was the founder of Harvard Medical School and younger brother of patriot Dr. Joseph Warren. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 16:47:17 -0400 http://www.revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com/congress-authorizes-privateering-vessels-capture-british-ships.html4b76c6a23e9c47ac07e24a7bac84dd4eOn This Day in History, April 3, 1776, Congress authorizes privateering vessels to capture British ships during the American Revolution. Privateers will capture 3,000 vessels during the war. Wed, 3 Apr 2013 18:00:15 -0400