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The Action of 9 August 1780 takes place On this day in history, August 9, 1780, the Action of 9 August 1780 takes place during the American Revolution. It would be…

Patriots win the Battle of Gloucester On this day in history, August 8, 1775, patriots win the Battle of Gloucester, an early battle of the American Revolution fought in Gloucester Harbor,…

George Washington creates the Badge of Military Merit On this day in history, August 7, 1782, George Washington creates what is now known as the Purple Heart award. It was originally…

New Yorkers fight at the Battle of Oriskany On this day in history, August 6, 1777, New Yorkers fight at the Battle of Oriskany, one of the bloodiest battles of the…

The Battle of Dogger Bank On this day in history, August 5, 1781, the Battle of Dogger Bank sees a major battle between British and Dutch ships during the American Revolution.…

Bird's Expedition against Kentucky comes to an end On this day in history, August 4, 1780, Bird's Expedition against Kentucky comes to a close. A series of British expeditions to capture…

Benedict Arnold given command of West Point On this day in history, August 3, 1780, Benedict Arnold is given command of West Point. Arnold was trained as a pharmacist and opened…

Pierre Charles L'Enfant is born On this day in history, August 2, 1754, Pierre Charles L'Enfant is born. L'Enfant was a French born engineer and architect who came to America to…

Whiskey rebels gather to march on Pittsburgh On This Day in History, August 1, 1794, the Whiskey rebels gather to march on Pittsburgh at the height of the Whiskey Rebellion, a…