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General George Rogers Clark dies On this day in history, February 13, 1818, General George Rogers Clark dies. Clark was called the "Conqueror of the Old Northwest," for his military exploits.…

Revolutionary War hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko is born On this day in history, February 12, 1746, Revolutionary War hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko is born in Poland. Kosciuszko studied engineering and artillery in France,…

Colonel John Laurens sets sail for France on the USS Alliance On this day in history, February 11, 1781, Lieutenant Colonel John Laurens sets sail for France aboard the USS Alliance.…

Pennsylvania General John Cadwalader dies On this day in history, February 10, 1786, Pennsylvania General John Cadwalader dies. Cadwalader was a wealthy Philadelphia merchant and general who played a prominent role…

General Lachlan McIntosh is exchanged for General Charles O'Hara On this day in history, February 9, 1782, General Lachlan McIntosh is exchanged for General Charles O'Hara. McIntosh was born in Scotland…

Daniel Boone is captured by a British/Shawnee war party On this day in history, February 8, 1778, Daniel Boone is captured by a British/Shawnee war party. Boone had forged a trail…

The Great Siege of Gibraltar is lifted On this day in history, February 7, 1783, the Great Siege of Gibraltar is lifted after peace agreements are signed ending the American Revolution.…

Anna Maria Lane receives a Revolutionary War veterans pension On this day in history, February 6, 1808, Anna Maria Lane receives a Revolutionary War veterans pension. Anna Maria is the only…

Brigadier General Moses Hazen dies On this day in history, February 5, 1803, Brigadier General Moses Hazen dies. Hazen was born to a Jewish family in Haverhill, Massachusetts, in 1733. When…

King George III declares a permanent ceasefire to the American Revolution On this day in history, February 4, 1783, King George III declares a permanent ceasefire to the American Revolution. After…