A list of recommended podcasts, literature, and museums to help you
learn more about the American Revolution
Podcasts
A list of highly educational podcasts to help expand upon your Revolutionary War knowledge.
Websites
Useful online resources for daily reading or doing historical research. Facts matter.
Books & Literature
Some of our favorite literary selections. For the full list, check out our recommended reading list.
Museums & Sites
Great locations to experience the American Revolution founding of the United States.
Makers & Outfitters
Respected purveyors of historically accurate 18th century clothing, accessories, and miscellaneous goods.
Calendar of the American Revolution
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Battle of Sullivan’s Island at Fort Moultrie – June 28, 1776
The Battle of Sullivan's Island or the battle of Fort Sullivan was fought on June 28, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War. It took place near Charleston, South Carolina, during …
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The Battle of Monmouth – June 28, 1778
The Battle of Monmouth (also known as the Battle of Monmouth Court House) was fought near Monmouth Court House (modern-day Freehold Township, New Jersey) on June 28, 1778, during the …
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Townshend Acts of June 29th, 1767
The Indemnity Act 1767 This act was the (joint) third Townshend act, passed on 29 June 1767, the same day as the Commissioners of Customs Act. 'Indemnity' means 'security or …
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First Vote for Independence – July 1, 1776
The first vote on the resolution for independence. Nine colonies vote for it, 2 against it (PA and SC), 1 abstained (NY), and one was deadlocked (DE). The vote was …
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John Adams’ Independence Day – July 2, 1776
Independence is formally declared. John Adams thought July 2nd would be the day Americans celebrated their independence. Today, in 1776, the Continental Congress signed the Lee Resolution, declaring us free …
Signing of the Declaration of Independence – July 2nd, 1776
Remember this event with these great items! The Signers T-Shirt Pre-Order Founding Father Signature Stickers Declaration of Independence Whiskey Glass The Signing of the Declaration of Independence The signing of the …
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Lee Resolution is Signed – July 2nd, 1776
The 2nd vote for Independence – 12 of the 13 colonies vote for the resolution, with NY abstaining. Congress declares the resolution to be in effect. Independence has been formally declared.
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The Vice Admiralty Court Act – July 5th, 1768
The final of the five Townshend Acts. It was not passed until 6 July 1768, a full year after the other four. Lord Charles Townshend, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, …
The Olive Branch Petition – July 5th, 1775
The Olive Branch Petition was adopted by Congress on July 5th, 1775 to be sent to the King as a last attempt to prevent formal war from being declared. The …
St. Clair Surrenders Fort Ticonderoga – July 5, 1777
American Commander Arthur St. Clair surrenders Fort Ticonderoga to a much larger British force. St. Clair had prepared two escape routes, knowing his outnumbered force had little chance of defending …
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Declaration Read Publicly for First Time – July 8, 1776
On July 8, 1776, the citizens of Philadelphia were summoned to the State House Yard by the bells of the city. At noon, Colonel John Nixon publicly read the Declaration …
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The Albany Plan of Union – July 10, 1754
The Albany Plan of Union was a plan to create a unified government for the Thirteen Colonies, suggested by Benjamin Franklin, then a senior leader (age 48) and a delegate …
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John Paul Jones dies – July 18, 1792
In June 1792, Jones was appointed U.S. Consul to treat with the Dey of Algiers for the release of American captives. Before Jones was able to fulfill his appointment, he …
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Roger Sherman dies – July 23, 1793
Roger Sherman was an early American statesman and lawyer, as well as a Founding Father of the United States. He is the only person to have signed all four great …
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