George Washington appointed head of the Continental Army On this day in history, June 15, 1775, George Washington is appointed head of the new Continental Army. Congress created the Continental Army…
First American Flag is officially adopted On this day in history, June 14, 1777, the first American flag is officially adopted by Congress. The Flag Act of 1777 specified that the…
The 1st Rhode Island Regiment is disbanded On this day in history, June 13, 1783, the 1st Rhode Island Regiment is disbanded. The 1st Rhode Island Regiment was the Revolution's only…
The Battle of Machias is the first naval battle of the Revolution On this day in history, June 12, 1775, the Battle of Machias is the first naval battle of the…
Doctor Joseph Warren is born On this day in history, June 11, 1741, Doctor Joseph Warren is born. Warren was one of the key patriot leaders in Boston leading up to…
John Hancock's ship Liberty is confiscated On this day in history, June 10, 1768, John Hancock's ship Liberty is confiscated for alleged smuggling. Many of the measures of Parliament with which…
The Gaspee Incident occurs On this day in history, June 9, 1772, the Gaspee Incident occurs near Providence, Rhode Island, when citizens burn the British revenue schooner HMS Gaspee and seize…
James Madison proposes the Bill of Rights On this day in history, June 8, 1789, James Madison proposes the Bill of Rights to Congress. Acceptance of the US Constitution had been…
British turned back at the Battle of Connecticut Farms On this day in history, June 7, 1780, the British are turned back at the Battle of Connecticut Farms by the New…
American Revolution artist John Trumbull is born On this day in history, June 6, 1756, American Revolution artist John Trumbull is born. Trumbull was the son of Governor Jonathan Trumbull of…