John Hancock elected President of the Continental Congress On this day in history, May 24, 1775, John Hancock is elected President of the Continental Congress. John Hancock's father and grandfather were…
Patriots win the Battle of Sag Harbor On this day in history, May 23, 1777, patriots win the Battle of Sag Harbor, Long Island. Sag Harbor was an important British port…
The Siege of Ninety-Six begins On this day in history, May 22, 1781, the Siege of Ninety-Six begins against Loyalist troops at Fort Ninety-Six, South Carolina. Ninety-Six is a still existing…
Washington and Rochambeau meet in Connecticut On this day in history, May 21, 1781, Washington and Rochambeau meet in Connecticut to discuss their options. By early 1781, the success of the…
Parliament shuts down self-rule in Massachusetts On this day in history, May 20, 1774, Parliament shuts down self-rule in Massachusetts in response to the Boston Tea Party. In December of 1774,…
Georgia Declaration of Independence signer Button Gwinnett dies On this day in history, May 19, 1777, Georgia Declaration of Independence signer Button Gwinnett dies from wounds received in a duel with…
The Mischianza is thrown for British General Sir William Howe On this day in history, May 18, 1778, the Mischianza is thrown for British General Sir William Howe upon his resignation.…
The Battle of Thomas Creek ends the Second Florida Expedition On this day in history, May 17, 1777, the Battle of Thomas Creek ends the Second Florida Expedition, an attempt by…
The Battle of Alamance brings the War of the Regulation to a close On this day in history, May 16, 1771, the Battle of Alamance brings the War of the Regulation…
Virginia votes to declare independence On this day in history, May 15, 1776, Virginia votes to declare independence from Great Britain with the passage of the Virginia Resolution. Tensions had been…