Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence
The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was a document that was published in 1819 that was allegedly created and signed on May 20, 1775 just one...
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Newburgh Address
The Newburgh Address was spoken by George Washington on March 15, 1783. Following the American Revolution and the victory at Yorktown, Congress...
The Bill of Rights
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution make up the Bill of Rights. Written by James Madison, the amendments list specific prohibitions on...
The Virginia Declaration of Rights
The Virginia Declaration of Rights was written in May 1776 and codified into law on June 12, 1776. Written by George Mason, the Virginia Declaration...
The American Crisis
The essay that strengthened the resolve of the Patriots during the darkest days of the American Revolution. During the first few months of the...
African Americans and the Revolution
Peter Kiteridge was one of approximately 5,000 free blacks and slaves who served in the American army during the Revolution.
George Mason Describes the State of the Revolutionary War
George Mason describes the fighting in South Carolina and Virginia.
Lord Cornwallis's 1781 Proclamation
Cornwallis proclaims that the South was under siege by the rebellion and the British would restore order.
Thomas Jefferson Describes the Revolutionary War in the South
Description of fighting in the south.
George Washington Describes the Continental Army's Needs
Washington appeals to New Hampshire to provide supplies for that state's regiments.
George Washington Reports on the Status of the War to Congress
Washington provided an update to Congress about the status of military action against the British.