American Revolution Podcast

General Burgoyne writes a satirical play called Blockade of Boston to entertain the troops in Boston. During the premier, the soldiers in the audience have to scramble to defend against an actual attack by the Americans. For more context, check out Episode 80 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2019/01/episode-080-knox-expedition.html Learn more about your ad choices....

After the royal governor flees the colony, the people of New Hampshire send representatives to a convention in Exeter to write a new constitution for the state. The final document released on January 5, 1776 results in New Hampshire having the first independent government. For more, on the Revolution, check out https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Author, Mark Edward Lender joined our Round Table on Zoom to discuss his book War Without Mercy. It looks at the brutality of the American Revolution. Get the book War Without Mercy, also available as an audio book or on Kindle. Learn more about author Mark Edward Lender at his website: markedwardlender.com To see upcoming roundtable events, or listen to past recordings, go to AmRevRT.org To parti...

The British Navy conducts a raid on Norfolk attempting to secure supplies and chase out the Continentals. The British burn the waterfront. The Continentals decide to complete the destruction of the city in order to prevent it from becoming a Tory stronghold. For more context, check out Episode 77 of the American Revolution Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On December 31, 1775, General Richard Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold lead a desperate attack against Quebec City before their army's enlistments expire on January 1. For more context, check out Episode 78 and Episode 79 of the American Revolution Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guest Jack Kelly joined our December, 2025 round table to discuss his new book: Tom Paine's War, to be released on Jan. 6, 2026. The book looks at Paine's military service after writing Common Sense, and how it impacted his decision to write The American Crises. We look at how this critical period of Paine's life impacted the course of the American Revolution. Order the book on Amazon . Al...

December 18, 1778: Secret Agent from France, Julien-Alexandre Achard de Bonvouloir completes his meetings with the Continental Congress Secret Committee and writes a report for officials in France. His efforts contribute to France's decision to begin providing covert aid to the American Cause. For more context, check out Episode 71 of the American Revolution Podcast. Learn more about your ad choic...

Washington delivers two annual addresses to Congress in late 1790 and again in late 1791, setting out his key priorities for the coming year. Around the time of the 1791 address. Thomas Jefferson helps to found a new newspaper that will challenge the administration, and counterbalance a pro-administration newspaper backed by Alexander Hamilton. Washington also reluctantly tries out cabinet meeting...

On December 22, 1775, the British Parliament orders all trade with the colonies to cease. Violators will have their ships seized and the crew impressed into the British Navy. For more context on these events, check out Episode 71 and Episode 77 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following up on his New England Tour in 1789, Washington Visits Rhode Island and Long Island in 1790. Then, in 1791, he embarks on his longest tour, riding from Philadelphia to Georgia and back again. This episode's, blog entry, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠blog. AmRevPodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Wee...

Many listeners have asked me to recommend books for those casually interested in the American Revolution, or for a single book that covers the entire Revolution. I provide several great recommendations in this episode. Coffee Table Books: The American Revolution: An Intimate History, by Geoffrey Ward and Ken Burns. https://amzn.to/3MqhW81 The American Revolution: A Visual History (from the Smithso...

President Washington hires close friends to make the land deals necessary to establishing the new federal city on the Potomac River. He also personally selects French immigrant Pierre L'Enfant as the city planner. This episode's, blog entry, at ⁠⁠⁠blog. AmRevPodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation...

Virginia patriots fight the British at Great Bridge, forcing the British to surrender the last patch of land under British control in Virginia. For more details on this topic, check out ⁠⁠⁠Episode 74⁠⁠⁠ of the American Revolution Podcast. ⁠⁠⁠https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alamance Battleground Site Director Nathan Shultz discusses the Regulator movement in North Carolina, which culminates in the 1771 Battle of Alamance. To get more background on the Battle of Alamance, listen to Episode 35 of this podcast. Also, check out the Alamance Battleground website: https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/alamance-battleground Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

On Nov 29, 1775, A Continental Ship deployed by General Washington manages to capture a large supply ship headed for Boston. The contents supply the Continental Army with desperately needed arms and ammunition. For more details on this topic, check out ⁠⁠Episode 74⁠⁠ of the American Revolution Podcast. ⁠⁠https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Richard Bell discusses his new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World. For a written summary of the discussion, go to https://blog.amrevpodcast.com To see a list of upcoming Round Table events, where you can participate on Zoom, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amrevrt.org/virtual-round-table-events⁠⁠⁠ Order the book on Amazon. The author has offered to sell a signed copy directly to y...

General Washington is concerned that Congress needs to define how captured ships will be treated. On November 25, 1775, Congress passes a resolution that sets out how the spoils of war will be divided. For more on the American Revolution, check out the American Revolution Podcast. ⁠⁠https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patriot militia occupy Fort Ninety-Six on the South Carolina Frontier while the loyalist militia are away. The militia return in large numbers, but cannot overcome the patriot defenses. On Nov. 21, 1775, after running short of ammunition and water, both sides agree to go home and forget about the whole thing. For more details on this topic, check out ⁠⁠Episode 77⁠⁠ of the American Revolution Podca...

After years of struggling for recognition, and threatening to re-join the British Empire, Vermont finally becomes the 14th State to join the union on March 4, 1791. This episode's, blog entry, at ⁠⁠blog. AmRevPodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Moses Robinson and the Founding...

Benedict Arnold Arrives at the Plains of Abraham, in front of Quebec, just after Scottish Highlander Loyalists arrive to protect the city. As a result, Arnold must wait for reinforcements before attempting to take the City. For more details on this topic, check out ⁠Episode 78⁠ of the American Revolution Podcast. ⁠https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

As General Carleton flees back to Quebec City, General Montgomery is unopposed as his army enters Montreal on November 13, 1775. For more details on this topic, check out Episode 78 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a post-election third session of Congress, held in Philadelphia beginning in December 1790, Secretary of Treasury proposes a national bank. Opponents fear that it will give the federal government and wealthy speculators too much power. This episode's, blog entry, at ⁠blog. AmRevPodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode...

London rejects the Olive Branch Petition. The King calls on Parliament to crush the rebellion in America. Lord Dunmore declares martial law in Virginia and proclaims that any slaves that escape their patriot masters and join his army to crush the rebellion, he will offer them freedom. For more details on these topics, check out Episode 71 and Episode 77 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://...

On November 5, 1775, the Continental Congress appoint Esek Hopkins to command its new Continental Navy, once the ships are ready. Five days later, on November 10, Congress authorizes the establishment of two brigades of Marines. Captain Samuel Nicholas is chosen as the Corps' first Commander. Happy 250th Birthday to the US Marines! For more on these topics, check out Episodes 75 and Episode 84 of...

In 1790 the country holds its first census, but doesn't bother to write down everyone's name. Benjamin Franklin dies and the Senate doesn't care. States hold new Congressional elections but continue to have the first Congress meet after a third of the members are replaced in the elections. Congress also leaves New York for the last time. Blog, at blog. AmRevPodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ includes a...