George Coryell, George Washington's last living pallbearer dies On this day in history, February 18, 1850, George Coryell, George Washington's last living pallbearer dies. Coryell and his family served an interesting…
The House of Commons passes the Stamp Act On this day in history, February 17, 1765, the House of Commons passes the Stamp Act. The Stamp Act would be one of…
Peter Francisco, the "Virginia Giant," dies On this day in history, January 16, 1831, Peter Francisco, the "Virginia Giant," dies. Peter was abandoned at the age of five years in City…
Abraham Clark is born On this day in history, February 15, 1726, Abraham Clark, signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey, is born. Clark was born in Elizabethtown, New…
The Battle of Kettle Creek is won On this day in history, February 14, 1779, the Battle of Kettle Creek is won, which turns out to be one of the most…
General George Rogers Clark dies On this day in history, February 13, 1818, General George Rogers Clark dies. Clark was called the "Conqueror of the Old Northwest," for his military exploits.…
Revolutionary War hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko is born On this day in history, February 12, 1746, Revolutionary War hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko is born in Poland. Kosciuszko studied engineering and artillery in France,…
Colonel John Laurens sets sail for France on the USS Alliance On this day in history, February 11, 1781, Lieutenant Colonel John Laurens sets sail for France aboard the USS Alliance.…
Pennsylvania General John Cadwalader dies On this day in history, February 10, 1786, Pennsylvania General John Cadwalader dies. Cadwalader was a wealthy Philadelphia merchant and general who played a prominent role…
General Lachlan McIntosh is exchanged for General Charles O'Hara On this day in history, February 9, 1782, General Lachlan McIntosh is exchanged for General Charles O'Hara. McIntosh was born in Scotland…