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Key Military and Diplomatic Events of the American Revolution

MattDecember 7, 2024December 7, 202405 mins

Key Military and Diplomatic Events of the American Revolution In December 1776, as American troops huddled around campfires reading Thomas Paine’s stirring words, “These are the times that try men’s souls,” the fate of a nation hung in the balance. Background: The American Revolution wasn’t won through military might alone—it was a complex interplay of…

Beyond the Battlefield: A Comparative Analysis of British and American Forces in the Revolutionary War

MattDecember 5, 202405 mins

In 1775, the world’s mightiest military empire faced off against an inexperienced collection of colonial militia – yet eight years later, against all odds, the American colonies emerged victorious. The American Revolution pitted British military might against colonial determination, creating a conflict that would redefine warfare and nation-building. Understanding the comparative strengths and weaknesses of…