Revolutionary War Rarities

Season 2, Episode 6 ”Tiberius Gracchus”

Do you remember the line from “National Treasure”, “The legend writ, the stain affected, the key in silence undetected, fifty-five in iron pen, Mr. Matlack can’t offend”? “National Treasure” was a wonderful historical fiction movie, but Mr. Matlack was not fiction. He actually existed and played a major role in the American Revolution. Mr. Matlack was Timothy Matlack. He often went by the pen name “Tiberius Gracchus” and that is who this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities is about. So, we hope you enjoy Season 2, Episode 6 of Revolutionary War Rarities entitled “Tiberius Gracchus. This is the Podcast from The Sons Of The American Revolution.
 
And, let's all welcome Steve Hohman to the Revolutionary War Rarities production team! You will see his talents when you watch this episode. Welcome Steve.

Season 2, Episode 4 - ”A Revolutionary War Test” - Accidentally deleted and reposted...

This episode was accidentally deleted.  This is a repost of episode 4.  I apologize.
 
The American Revolution is an incredibly interesting period in our history. There are so many people, so many places, and so much knowledge available for us to all learn about our founding. This weeks episode is a test. We ask questions and provide answers to some well-known people and events and some not so well known people and events. So, put your thinking cap on and watch this episode. By clicking below, you will be taken to this weeks episode, "Revolutionary Test", on YouTube. Thank you for listening and watching Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
 
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Season 2, Episode5, ”Cato, A Tragedy”

Would you believe that George William Frederick, the future King George III, was an actor in a play that focused on independent liberty -vs- tyranny?  Joseph Addison wrote a play in 1712 about the mortal enemy of Julius Caesar entitled “Cato, A Tragedy”.  Cato was a Roman Senator and was considered the last man standing when Rome’s Republic fell.  The play focused on independent liberty -vs- government, tyranny, and other things that would heavily influence our Founding Fathers.  This weeks episode of Revolutionary War Rarities reveals to our listeners the impact that “Cato, A Tragedy” had on some of the big names of our revolution.  So, make sure and watch or listen to this episode and thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities, the Podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.

Season 2, Episode 3 ”The Rhode Island 1st”

Our nations history has not always been something that we can look back on with great pride. But, it is critical to understand all of our history so that we can learn from our past. The Rhode Island 1st was an officially integrated regiment that fought valiantly in the American Revolution. The world would not witness another officially integrated regiment until well into the 20th century. And the non-integration of American troops would not be eliminated until an Executive Order from President Truman.
We hope you enjoy the story of the Rhode Island 1st and learn about the valiant fighting of this incredible group of men. 
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Season 2, Episode 2 - ”The Interview”

Duels, also known as “Affairs of Honor”, were commonplace around the time of the American Revolution.  These duels were ruled by the Code Duello, a series of 25 rules defining the process required to conduct these affairs of honor.  The most famous duel in American History was between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton.  This episode dives into the Code Duello as well as the Burr - Hamilton duel.  Make sure and subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our Facebook Group, and subscribe on your favorite podcast application.  Thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.

Season 2, Episode 1 - ”All In The Family”

Today we kick off Season 2 with a focus on family relationships between some of our Founding Fathers. These relationships are ones that are almost never discussed or taught. Some of them are quite surprising. So, make sure and watch our inaugural episode of Season 2 entitled "All In The Family".
 
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Season Finale, ”The One That Started It All”

Today’s episode of Revolutionary War Rarities is the finale for Season 1 and has a very special guest star;  Medal of Honor Recipient Captain Gary Mike Rose.  Today we discuss the first military medal created by General George Washington and what turns out to be the Grandfather of all other military and Government service medals in the United States.  So enjoy this latest episode of Revolutionary War Rarities entitled “The One That Started It All” and join us again in two weeks for the start of Season 2.
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”You’re Declaring What?”

Everyone has heard of the Declaration of Independence, but there are many aspects of the document that people are not aware of.  So, enjoy this episode and hopefully you will learn some facts about the Declaration that you were never taught in school.
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”An American Rembrandt”

The knowledge we have of our forefathers is significantly impacted by the artwork created during that period.  Many of our Founding Father’s sat for portraits and thankfully their look, their countenance, and their height were all captured.  This episode focuses on what many people would consider the “First Family” of American artists who captured important details of our founding history.  So, please watch, listen, and share this episode entitled “An American Rembrandt”.  Please also subscribe and click the bell on YouTube and join our Facebook Group.  Jim Griffith and Jim Maples will return in the next episode in a new studio with a new look.  
 
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”Say What?”

Our language today is deeply impacted by our forefather’s.  Many common sayings of today have their origins in the American Revolution period.  Everyday idioms, which have a very specific meaning in our language, were formulated from very real problems or challenges.  And that is the subject of today’s episode of Revolutionary War Rarities.  You will be surprised how these sayings came into existence.  So, please watch and share this latest episode and make sure and subscribe and click the bell on YouTube so that you will be notified when a new episode is released.  Please also join our Facebook Group and subscribe on your favorite podcast application.  Thank you for being a part of Revolutionary War Rarities.
And, please remember to take a moment to honor those who served our nation and are no longer with us on this Memorial Day Weekend.
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