A Cherokee war campaign against the southern colonies begins On this day in history, July 1, 1776, a Cherokee war campaign against the southern colonies begins. The Cherokee tribe was traditionally…
Congress reconvenes in Princeton, New Jersey On this day in history, June 30, 1783, Congress reconvenes in Princeton, New Jersey, after leaving its longtime home in Philadelphia. Many congressional delegations from…
The Nancy explodes at the Battle of Turtle Gut Inlet On this day in history, June 29, 1776, the Nancy explodes at the Battle of Turtle Gut Inlet, a little known…
The Battle of Monmouth On this day in history, June 28, 1778, the Battle of Monmouth is the last major battle of the American Revolution in the north. Philadelphia had been…
Congress leave York, Pennsylvania for Philadelphia On this day in history, June 27, 1778, Congress leaves York, Pennsylvania for Philadelphia. The Continental Congress had abandoned Philadelphia in haste in September of…
Declaration of Independence signer Caesar Rodney dies On this day in history, June 26, 1784, Declaration of Independence signer Caesar Rodney dies. Rodney is best known for making his own midnight…
French forces attempt to break the Siege of Cuddalore On this day in history, June 25, 1783, French forces attempt to break the Siege of Cuddalore, India, the last battle of…
Congress to Imprison Gov. William Franklin On this day in history, June 24, 1776, Congress resolves to imprison Governor William Franklin of New Jersey in Connecticut. Franklin was the son…
Patriots win the Battle of Springfield On this day in history, June 23, 1780, patriots win the Battle of Springfield, the last major battle of the American Revolution in the…
Nathanael Greene becomes a general in the Continental Army On this day in history, June 22, 1775, Nathanael Greene becomes a general in the Continental Army. He would eventually become…