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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…

The second Siege of Augusta comes to an end On this day in history, June 5, 1781, the second Siege of Augusta comes to an end when patriot forces under General…

King George III is born On this day in history, June 4, 1738, King George III is born. He would become the 3rd longest reigning monarch of Great Britain and oversee…

Jack Jouett becomes the Paul Revere of the South On this day in history, June 3, 1781, Jack Jouett becomes the "Paul Revere of the South" when he rides all night…

Martha Washington is born On this day in history, June 2, 1731, Martha Washington is born at her father's estate in New Kent, County, Virginia. Martha Dandridge was the firstborn child…

The Boston Port Act takes effect On this day in history, June 1, 1774, the Boston Port Act takes effect, closing down Boston Harbor from all shipping and trade in punishment…

The Mecklenberg Resolves are adopted On this day in history, May 31, 1775, the Mecklenberg Resolves are adopted by Mecklenberg County, North Carolina. The Mecklenberg Resolves are an important document in…

Iroquois Indians win the Battle of Cobleskill On this day in history, May 30, 1778, Iroquois Indians win the Battle of Cobleskill when they destroy the settlement of Cobleskill, New York.…

Banastre Tarleton wins the Battle of the Waxhaws On this day in history, May 29, 1780, Banastre Tarleton wins the Battle of the Waxhaws, earning himself the epithets "Bloody Ban" and…