A Boston mob destroys the home of Thomas Hutchinson
A Boston mob destroys the home of Thomas Hutchinson On this day in history, August 26, 1765, a Boston mob destroys the home of Thomas Hutchinson, the Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts,…
The Philadelphia Campaign begins
The Philadelphia Campaign begins On this day in history, August 25, 1777, the Philadelphia Campaign begins when British General William Howe and his brother, Admiral Richard Howe, land 17,000 troops in…
Lochry’s Defeat
Lochry's Defeat On this day in history, August 24, 1781, Lochry's Defeat takes place when Colonel Archibald Lochry and his Pennsylvania militia are ambushed by Mohawk chief Joseph Brant. Virginia general…
George Washington moves into Rockingham House
George Washington moves into Rockingham House On this day in history, August 23, 1783, George Washington moves into Rockingham House near Rocky Hill, New Jersey, which would serve as his last…
The Battle of Staten Island
The Battle of Staten Island On this day in history, August 22, 1777, the Battle of Staten Island is lost by Major General John Sullivan. Staten Island was a major British…
Banastre Tarleton is Born
Banastre Tarleton is Born On this day in history, August 21, 1754, Banastre Tarleton is born. Tarleton is one of the more well-known British officers who served in the American Revolution…
The Battle of Fallen Timbers
The Battle of Fallen Timbers On this day in history, August 20, 1794, the Battle of Fallen Timbers ends the Northwest Indian War and opens the Ohio territory to American settlement.…
Major Henry Lee wins the Battle of Paulus Hook
Major Henry Lee wins the Battle of Paulus Hook On this day in history, August 19, 1779, Major Henry Lee wins the Battle of Paulus Hook, New Jersey, during the American…
Thomas Sumter is routed at the Battle of Fishing Creek
Thomas Sumter is routed at the Battle of Fishing Creek On this day in history, August 18, 1780, Brigadier General Thomas Sumter is routed at the Battle of Fishing Creek. Sumter…
Newport Jewish congregation addresses George Washington
Newport Jewish congregation addresses George Washington On this day in history, August 17, 1790, the Newport Jewish congregation addresses George Washington. Washington traveled to all 13 states during his years as…