Rev250-118 Delegation to France
On September 26, 1776, the Continental Congress appoints a delegation to France to open diplomatic relations to support the war effort. For more on this, check out Episode 108 of the American Revolut...
25 Sep 6min
Rev250-117 Hanging Nathan Hale
On September 22, 1776 the British hanged Captain Nathan Hale. Before his death, he reported remarked “I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country.” For more on this, check out E...
21 Sep 7min
War for Puerto Rico
In 1797, a British Naval Victory off the coast of Cape. St. Vincent, Portugal prevents Spain from supporting its colonies in the West Indies. Britain secures several smaller islands before setting it...
20 Sep 32min
Rev250-116 The Great Fire of New York
On September 21, 1776 a fire ripped through New York City just days after the British occupation. For more on this, check out Episode 109 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodca...
18 Sep 7min
Rev250-115 Harlem Heights
On September 16, 1776, a British advance party probes the Continental Lines at Harlem Heights. The Continentals push them back and prove that they will stand and fight. Colonel Thomas Knowlton is kil...
15 Sep 7min
ARP400 The Maria Reynolds Affair
In 1797 the nation was scandalized over the public revelation of a sexual affair involving Alexander Hamilton and Maria Reynolds. The story also raised questions about possible financial collusion an...
13 Sep 32min
Rev250-114 Kips Bay
On September 15, 1776, British forces landed at Kips Bay on Manhattan, forcing the militia defenders to flee and threatening the capture of the entire Continental Army. George Washington is almost kil...
11 Sep 9min
ARP399 The Financial Crisis of 1797
The war in Europe, and the Bank of England's failure to supports its own banknotes, triggers a financial crisis in America. Among the casualties is Robert Morris. The once-richest man in America spen...
6 Sep 31min
