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The Siege of Pensacola begins On this day in history, March 9, 1781, the Siege of Pensacola begins. The role of Spain and France in the American Revolution is often underemphasized…

96 Christian Indians killed at the Gnadenhutten Massacre On this day in history, March 8, 1782, 96 Christian Indians are killed in the Gnadenhutten Massacre, one of the most brutal and…

Black Revolutionary War hero Agrippa Hull is born On this day in history, March 7, 1759, black Revolutionary War hero Agrippa Hull is born to a free black family in Northampton,…

Casimir Pulaski is born On this day in history, March 6, 1745, Casimir Pulaski is born, one of a handful of foreigners who played a key role in the American Revolution.…

The Boston Massacre leaves five dead civilians On this day in history, March 5, 1770, the Boston Massacre leaves five dead civilians on the streets of Boston after British soldiers fire…

George Washington takes Dorchester Heights On this day in history, March 4, 1776, George Washington takes Dorchester Heights, forcing the British to abandon Boston within weeks. After the Battles of Lexington…

Patriots lose the Battle of Brier Creek On this day in history, March 3, 1779, patriots lose the Battle of Brier Creek. British Lieutenant Colonel Archibald Campbell had captured Augusta, Georgia…

The Battle of the Rice Boats begins On this day in history, March 2, 1776, the Battle of the Rice Boats begins. After the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the British…

Pennsylvania begins a gradual abolition of slavery On this day in history, March 1, 1780, Pennsylvania begins a gradual abolition of slavery, becoming the first state to make official efforts to…