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American Revolution Podcast

American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week"s episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com

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ARP223 Stono Ferry

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/10/31

As the British withdraw from Charleston back to Savannah in 1779, the Continentals and militia under General Benjamin Lincoln attack the rearguard at Stono Ferry. Royal Governor James Wright returns to Georgia. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Revolutionary Surgeons: Patriots and Loyalists on the Cutting Edge, by Per-Olof

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Live Special Episode from Liberty & Co. in...

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/10/24

The American Revolution Podcast was recorded live onsite in Quakertown at the grand opening of the new Liberty & Co Store. We discuss local history, including the Walking Purchase, smuggling the liberty Bell, the Doan Gang, and Fries Rebellion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:22

ARP222 Congress 1779 - Mo Money, Mo Problems

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2021/10/17

The Continental Congress uses 1779 to debate the terms of a peace treaty or compensation for the army. They have difficulty reaching any consensus. At the same time, Congress continues to emit paper Continental dollars which no one wants to accept. The ensuing inflation threatens to bring down the economy and the war effort. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode. Follow the podcast on Twitter

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AR-SP12 Nathaniel Philbrick - Travels with George

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2021/10/14

Interview with award winning author Nathaniel Philbrick. We discuss his new book, Travels with George: In Search of Washington and His Legacy. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book: Travels with George: In Search of Washington and His Legacy, by Nathaniel Philbrick. Online: https://www.nathanielphilbrick.com ----more---- Join the Facebook group, American

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33:35

ARP221 Collier-Mathew Raids

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2021/10/10

Seeking to destroy Continental supplies, the British under Naval Captain George Collier and Army General Edward Mathew attack the Chesapeake Bay area in spring 1779. Shortly after the raids, Thomas Jefferson replaces Patrick Henry as governor of Virginia. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as pictures, and links related to this week's episode. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Lion of Liberty: Patrick Henry and the

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34:37

ARP220 Assault on Charleston

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2021/10/03

May 1779: After American General Benjamin Lincoln moves from his base in South Carolina to reinforce August, British General Augustine Prevost takes a large foraging party of 2000 regulars into South Carolina. He hopes to collect forage and also to get Lincoln to pull back out of Georgia to protect Charleston. When Lincoln refuses to engage, the British army finds itself at the gates of Charleston, but without the forces to take the city. City leaders, fearing an assault, offer to drop out of the

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32:19

ARP219 Turning General Arnold

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/09/26

Over much of 1779 General Arnold struggles to pay his debts, as well as keeping his new trophy wife in style. At the same time, a court martial to settle the charges against him keep being delayed. While Arnold struggles, British agents approach him with offers of money if he would assist in bringing the colonies back under royal authority. Arnold opens up negotiations with Major John André. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by

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31:50

ARP218 Onondaga Creek

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/09/19

In April, 1779 the Continental Army destroys the villages of the Onondaga Tribe in the initial phase of a larger operation against the Iroquois. Col. Goose Van Schaick leads the raid to remove this neutral tribe as a support system for loyalist raids into upstate New York. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Goose Van Schaick of Albany,

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32:47

ARP217 Spain Enters the War

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2021/09/12

Spain signs the Treaty of Aranjuez with France, committing itself to war with Britain. Spain does not ally directly with the United States. It hopes to take advantage of Britain's current difficulties recover territories lost to the British, including Gibraltar, Menorca, and the Floridas. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Spain and the

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33:34

ARP216 Chickamauga Creek

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2021/09/05

When the Chickamauga under Dragging Canoe threaten settlements in Western Virginia and North Carolina, the militia under Colonel Even Shelby raid their villages. The raiders capture tons of supplies provided by British agents and scatter the warrior army. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Heart of the Eagle: Dragging Canoe & the Emergence

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32:03

ARP215 The Dunkirk Pirate

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2021/08/29

Captain Gustavus Conyngham disrupts merchant shipping around Great Britain. His efforts earn him the moniker "The Dunkirk Pirate" from the British. He is captured several times but manages to escape. Upon returning to Philadelphia, the Continental Congress challenges his credentials and confiscates his ship. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the

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33:37

ARP214 A Proposal to Arm Slaves

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2021/08/22

The British army threatens South Carolina in 1779. The Continental Congress supports a proposal to raise and army of slaves to defend the state. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: John Laurens and the American Revolution, by Gregory D. Massey Online Recommendation of the Week: Massey, Gregory D. “The Limits of Antislavery Thought in the

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32:52

ARP213 Brier Creek

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/08/15

American forces led primarily by South Carolina militia, move into Georgia with the intent of restricting the movement of British forces within the colony. The British attack and disperse the rebel militia at Brier Creek. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Winning Independence, by John Ferling. Online Recommendation of the Week: An

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35:12

ARP212 Port Royal & Kettle Creek

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/08/08

A British force from Augusta launches an attack on Port Royal, SC but is repelled by the South Carolina militia. A group of British loyalists raised in the Carolinas marches to Augusta but is decimated and largely dispersed at the battle of Kettle Creek. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Land and Allegiance in Revolutionary Georgia, by

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32:06

ARP211 Winter At Middlebrook

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2021/08/01

British General William Tryon leads a raid on Horseneck Landing in Connecticut. Continental General Israel Putnam mounts a defense, then makes a daring escape. Following the raid, both armies settle into winter quarters: the British in New York City, and the Continentals in Watchung Mountains of New Jersey. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the

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34:59

ARP210 Fort Vincennes

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/07/25

Over 1778-79, British Lt. Governor Henry Hamilton attempts to secure the Illinois Territory for Britain and encourages Indian attacks on Virginia settlers in Kentucky. In early 1779, Virginia Colonel George Rogers Clark captures the key forts in the region and takes Governor Hamilton as a prisoner. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week:

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30:47

ARP209 Arnold and the Radicals

American Revolution Podcast ·

2021/07/18

Pennsylvania's new President Joseph Reed targets the military governor in Philadelphia, Benedict Arnold, for corruption and for siding with the city's Tories. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Benedict Arnold in Philadelphia, by Ray Thompson. Online Recommendation of the Week: Betsy Dublois: The Girl Who Got Away from Benedict Arnold:

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31:42

ARP208 Fort Morris & Augusta

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2021/07/11

With Savannah already secured by the end of 1778, the British under General Augustine Prévost capture Fort Morris just south of Savannah. They then move inland to occupy Augusta, while keeping the Continental Army under General Benjamin Lincoln across the border in South Carolina. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: Savannah, 1779 The

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AR-SP11 Independence Day Live

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2021/07/04

I discuss the events leading up to independence, how the colonies made that dangerous leap to fight for independence. I also speak with Jason Mandresh of "Founder of the Day" founderoftheday.com or https://www.youtube.com/founderoftheday and Lee Wright from History Camp historycamp.org or thehistorylist.com. Also mentioned, interesting Revolutionary War-themed tours Culper Tri-Spy Tours http://www.culper.com Kyle Jenks - Join Kyle and Dana as James and Dolley Madison for this leisurely stroll

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ARP207 British Opposition & French Distraction

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2021/06/27

The North Ministry faces increase opposition in 1779 as more members of Parliament favor American independence. Meanwhile, France must put a stop to the War of Bavarian Succession so that in could focus on the war with Britain. Visit my blog at https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com for a complete transcript as well as links to other works by the author. Follow the podcast on Twitter @AmRevPodcast Book Recommendations of the Week: The Long Fuse: How England Lost the American Colonies, 1760-1785, by Don Cook

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