Nestled amidst historic Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut is a pastoral burial ground, where some of America’s most prominent minds and leaders lie at rest. From poets, military officers, inventors, educators, Yale alumni, and politicians, Grove Street Cemetery has attracted many to its quaint grounds. If you are ever in New Haven or even…
The Battle of Rhode Island
The Battle of Rhode Island was the only engagement of the Revolutionary War that was fought on Rhode Island soil and the first joint-operation between French and American forces. Although Newport was not re-captured from the British (the overall goal of the operation), the patriot forces proved their mettle in combat. In particular, the 1st…
North Burial Ground (Providence, RI)
The North Burial Ground in Providence, Rhode Island, was established in 1700 and is one of the most historic cemeteries in New England. It serves as the final resting place for many women and men prominent in Rhode Island and American history (to include Rhode Island governors, entrepreneurs, famed abolitionists, and veterans of the American…
The Battle of Stony Point
On the night of July 15-16, 1779, a strategic peninsula on the western shore of the Hudson River was engulfed with musket fire, plunging bayonets, and confusion. This midnight assault, which was carried out by Continental troops under command of Brigadier General “Mad” Anthony Wayne, is known as the Battle of Stony Point. Violent hand-to-hand…
General James Varnum House (East Greenwich, RI)
James Varnum was one of the most influential and important figures in New England on the eve of the American Revolution and he served admirably in the Continental Army. In his time, famous figures such as Thomas Paine, the Marquis de Lafayette, General Comte de Rochambeau, and possibly even George Washington visited his house in…
Washington’s Headquarters (Newburgh, NY)
From 1782 – 1783, General George Washington lived at the Hasbrouck House located along the Hudson River in Newburgh, New York- his final headquarters of the war. It was in this house that the Washingtons lived and where the Continental Army’s leadership worked, ate, and held meetings. During this period, the army experienced a great…
St. Michael’s Church (Charleston, SC)
St. Michael’s Church opened its doors in 1761 and ever since has been the premier landmark in Charleston, South Carolina for locals and visitors alike. The iconic colonial church has witnessed some of the most historic moments in American history, to include the Revolutionary and Civil Wars to name a few. Today, the active church…
The Battle of Monmouth
In the summer of 1778, the Continental army emerged from its transformative winter quarters at Valley Forge and pursued the British army, which abandoned Philadelphia and set off on foot for New York City. On June 28, 1778, a clash in the fields and orchards near Monmouth Courthouse in central New Jersey erupted into full-scale…
Graves of Revolutionary Generals
The Continental Army experienced a wide range of leadership throughout the American Revolutionary War and all too often, its officers argued, complained, and jockeyed for rank. But there were also many officers, including generals, that embodied steady and competent leadership throughout the conflict. Many of these men, including some Europeans who volunteered to serve the…
Dorchester Heights (Boston, MA)
Nestled amidst the iconic Dorchester Heights neighborhood of South Boston is a prominent hill that once served a crucial role in American history. In fact, the commanding heights offered an unparalleled view of Boston Harbor and the city below, which made it a key strategic point during the early months of 1776. Thanks to the…
The Battle of Camden
The Battle of Camden was fought on August 16th, 1780, and was one of the worst defeats suffered by the Continental Army in the southern theater during the Revolutionary War (it is also considered to be the high-water mark of British control in the south). This devastating loss all but destroyed the army under the…
Munroe Tavern (Lexington, MA)
Dozens of taverns dotted the Massachusetts landscape in the 18th-century to serve locals, travelers, and drovers alike. One such tavern that has lasted the test of time, particularly due to its historical significance, is Munroe Tavern. This iconic red public house was at the center of action on the afternoon of April 19, 1775, when…
General Nathanael Greene Homestead (Coventry, RI)
“Spell Hall” was the homestead of Nathanael Greene, a Rhode Island native and Major General in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Due to his bookish intelligence and straightforward leadership, Greene quickly rose in the ranks of the nascent American Army and by war’s end, was George Washington’s most trusted general and the…
Battleship Cove (Fall River, MA)
Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts is one of the premier naval museums in the world. With multiple ships, boats, a submarine, and of course, the massive battleship USS Massachusetts (BB-59) on display, a visit to Battleship Cove is sure to be an educational and memorable experience. Be sure to put on your best walking…
West Point and the Great Chain in the American Revolution
During the American Revolutionary War, the Hudson River was considered the most crucial waterway in the colonies. West Point (where the United States Military Academy now stands) quickly became a critical outpost and series of fortifications designed to prevent British ships from passing up the river and ensure American dominance of the Hudson. It was…