Revolutionary War Rarities

S3E3 "The Voice, The Pen, and The Sword"

The American Revolution took many different people and many different talents to win.  It took a very talented “voice”, a very talented “pen”, and a very talented “sword”.  Watch this weeks episode of Revolutionary War Rarities by clicking on the picture below and learn more about “The Voice, The Pen, and The Sword”.  Please share this video with your friends and subscribe to our YouTube Channel, follow us on Instagram, check us out on X, watch or listen on most podcast applications, and take a look at our website at fastfunhistory.com.  Thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
 
A brief list of resources to do further research on the Founding Fathers mentioned in this episode:
Patrick Henry https://www.redhill.org/ https://www.redhill.org/primary-sources/ https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/learn/deep-dives/give-me-liberty-or-give-me-death/
Thomas Paine https://www.thomaspaine.org/writings.html https://www.biography.com/political-figures/thomas-paine
Thomas Jefferson https://www.monticello.org/
George Washington https://www.mountvernon.org/

S3E2 "Rebels, Turn Out Your Dead"

The treatment of Prisoner's of War is a long and disgusting history.  The evil treatment delivered to Prisoners of War goes back as far as War itself.  During the American Revolution, American prisoner's of the British were placed deep inside ships and left to die.  Air quality was so bad that a candle would not even stay lit.  More people died in these Prison Ships than died in battle.  Make sure and watch or listen to this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
 
For more information on this episode reference:
https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/1963/february/old-jersey-prison-ship - U.S. Naval Institute
https://www.history.com/news/british-prison-ships-american-revolution-hms-jersey - "The Appalling Way the British Tried to Recruit Americans Away from Revolt
https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/prisoners-of-war - "Prisoners of War"
https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/the-hms-jersey - HMS Jersey - Prison, Revolution & Ship
https://www.frauncestavernmuseum.org/hms-jersey - HMS Jersey
 
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S3E1 "The Death of George Wythe"

Season 3 begins today.  George Wythe was known for many things; Signing the Declaration of Independence and teaching and mentoring Thomas Jefferson.  But, did you know that he was likely murdered by his own Nephew?  There is some strange evidence in this one, but the story is intriguing and worth learning about.  We hope you enjoy the Season 3 “opener” and we thank you for being part of Revolutionary War Rarities.  Make sure and subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our Facebook Group, follow us on Instagram, and check out our website at fastfunhistory.com.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
Resources to learn more about George Wythe
 
“Biography of George Wythe” from Colonial Williamsburg Foundation: https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/explore/nation-builders/george-wythe/
 
George Wythe – Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello: https://www.monticello.org/research-education/thomas-jefferson-encyclopedia/george-wythe/
“Discovered: Jefferson’s list of George Wythe’s ‘legacie.’” Monticello Newsletter vol. 20, no. 2 (Winter 2009): https://monticello-www.s3.amazonaws.com/files/old/inline-pdfs/2009wGeorgeWytheWntr09.pdf?bigtree_htaccess_url=sites/default/files/inline-pdfs/2009wGeorgeWytheWntr09.pdf
Resources from the Thomas Jefferson Portal in WorldCat: https://tjportal.on.worldcat.org/search?databaseList=638&queryString=George+Wythe&clusterResults=true
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S2E26 "My Two Sons, Independent and States"

Maryland acquired the nickname “The Old Line State” for actions taken by the Maryland 400 during the American Revolution. The entire revolution was almost lost less than two months after the release of the Declaration of Independence. We hope you enjoy the Season 2 Finale as we talk with the 5th Great Grandson of Mordecai Gist whose troops ultimately saved the revolution and the United States of America. Just click on the picture below and thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities. We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.

S2E25 "Who Wrote The Constitution"

The founding era of the United States is full of names that played a major role in the creation of this nation.  This week’s episode is about an individual who is rarely talked about, but played a tremendous role in our founding.  Make sure and click on the picture below to learn about this Founding Father and to watch the latest episode of Revolutionary War Rarities.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution. 
A brief list of resources to do further research on the topics mentioned in this episode.
The Lee Resolution: https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/lee-resolution https://declaration.fas.harvard.edu/blog/dd-lee-resolution
More history about how the writing and adoption of the Declaration of Independence: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-history https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/signing-declaration-independence/ https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration/how-did-it-happen
Little Known Facts about the Declaration of Independence: https://www.history.com/news/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-declaration-of-independence
Timothy Matlack: https://allthingsliberty.com/2021/08/timothy-matlack-scribe-of-the-declaration-of-independence/ https://archives.upenn.edu/exhibits/penn-people/biography/timothy-matlack/
The Dunlap Broadsides: https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2018/07/03/dunlaps-declaration-of-independence/ https://www.loc.gov/resource/gdcwdl.wdl_02716/?r=-0.613,0.324,2.225,0.936,0 Season 1, Episode 9: “The Busted Bell” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0m8FtU1fLY&t=2s
History of the celebration of the 4th of July: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/july-4th https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-revolutionary-war/the-earliest-july-4-celebrations/ To learn more about Constitution Hall Park in Huntsville: https://earlyworks.com/constitution-hall-park/
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S2 E24 "The Myth's of July 4th"

As we approach the 4th of July, we thought it made sense to talk about the history of that date and some of the myths associated with it.  Make sure and click on the picture below and enjoy this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.  Also, make sure and subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our private Facebook Group, follow us on Instagram, subscribe on your favorite podcast application, and check out our website at fastfunhistory.com.
 
A brief list of resources to do further research on the topics mentioned in this episode.
The Lee Resolution: https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/lee-resolution https://declaration.fas.harvard.edu/blog/dd-lee-resolution
More history about how the writing and adoption of the Declaration of Independence: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-history https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/signing-declaration-independence/ https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration/how-did-it-happen
Little Known Facts about the Declaration of Independence: https://www.history.com/news/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-declaration-of-independence
Timothy Matlack: https://allthingsliberty.com/2021/08/timothy-matlack-scribe-of-the-declaration-of-independence/ https://archives.upenn.edu/exhibits/penn-people/biography/timothy-matlack/
The Dunlap Broadsides: https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2018/07/03/dunlaps-declaration-of-independence/ https://www.loc.gov/resource/gdcwdl.wdl_02716/?r=-0.613,0.324,2.225,0.936,0 Season 1, Episode 9: “The Busted Bell” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0m8FtU1fLY&t=2s
History of the celebration of the 4th of July: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/july-4th https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-revolutionary-war/the-earliest-july-4-celebrations/ To learn more about Constitution Hall Park in Huntsville: https://earlyworks.com/constitution-hall-park/
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S2E23 "Amicus The Hated"

One of our most influential Founding Father's died a hated man. Sometimes this Founding Father used the pen name "Amicus". When he died, only six people attended his funeral. Watch this episode by clicking on the picture below and learn more. Thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities. We are the podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.  Make sure and subscribe to our YouTube Channel, subscribe on your favorite Podcast application, follow us on Instagram, become a member of our Facebook Group, and also check out our Webpage at www.fastfunhistory.com.

S2 E22 "Thank You Mr. Potts"

Season 2, Episode 22 “Thank You Mr. Potts” is available by clicking on the picture below.  Have you ever heard of the Pott's Family and their business that manufactured military materials during the American Revolution? You might be surprised to learn where this business was located, what happened to it, and what that land was ultimately used for. Make sure and check out this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities and learn exactly where that land, that business, and that house were located and how they were all used to help win the American Revolution.  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our Facebook Group, follow us on Instagram, and check out fastfunhistory.com for more information on Revolutionary War Rarities.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
 
A brief list of resources to do further research on the topics mentioned in this episode. John Potts: https://explorepahistory.com/hmarker.php?markerId=1-A-2B3
Resources to learn more about Valley Forge from the Battle of Valley Forge in 1777 through the Winter Encampment of 1777-1778: https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/valley-forge https://www.nps.gov/vafo/learn/historyculture/valley-forge-history-and-significance.htm https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/winter-valley-forge Ten Facts about Valley Forge: https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/10-facts-valley-forge
To learn more about modern-day Valley Forge and the Isaac Potts House: https://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/valley_forge/overview.html https://www.nps.gov/places/washingtons-headquarters.htm https://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/valley_forge/washington_headquarters.html
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S2E21 "The Sequel to the Crossing"

Today’s episode is the last in a series of three episodes about the crossing of the Delaware River.  We had a Christmas Special that talked about the famous crossing and the issues with the famous painting.  The second episode was the “Prequel” to the crossing.  Today’s episode is “The Sequel” to the crossing and focuses on the days and months that followed the famous crossing and the Winter quarters established in Morristown, NJ.  We hope you enjoy this episode and we thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.  Please invite others to join our Facebook Group, subscribe on YouTube, follow us on Instagram and check out our website at fastfunhistory.com.
 
A brief list of resources to do further research on the topics mentioned in this episode.
Ten Crucial Days: https://tencrucialdays.org/
Washington Crossing Historical Park: https://www.wcpa-nj.com/
For more on the battles discussed in this episode:
Assunpink Creek: https://www.battlefields.org/learn/maps/trenton-second-battle-jan-2-1777
https://www.americanhistorycentral.com/entries/second-battle-of-trenton-at-assunpink-creek-1777/
Bound Brook: https://www.staatshouse.org/events/battle-of-bound-brook/
https://militaryhistorynow.com/2023/05/28/the-battle-of-bound-brook-a-tutorial-in-the-art-of-war/
Princeton: https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/princeton Forage Wars:
https://revolutionarywar.us/year-1777/forage-war/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forage_War
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S2E20 - "I Did Not Know That - American Revolution Little-Known Facts"

Please click on the picture below and watch the latest episode of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.  This episode is entitled “I Did Not Know That” and focuses on numerous little-known facts and people of the American Revolution.  Today, we also have a very special guest joining us and his name is Val Crofts.  Val is a member of the United States Semiquincentennial Commission serving alongside numerous United States Senators, Congressmen, Presidential Cabinet members and even a past Supreme Court Justice.  So, please watch our latest episode and share with others.  We are continuing to grow, but we need your help.  Thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities.