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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…

New Hampshire ratifies the US Constitution On this day in history, June 21, 1788, New Hampshire ratifies the US Constitution. The 9th state to do so, this ratification makes the…

The Great Seal of the United States is adopted On this day in history, June 20, 1782, the Great Seal of the United States is adopted by the Continental Congress.…

The Continental Army leaves Valley Forge On this day in history, June 19, 1778, the Continental Army leaves its encampment at Valley Forge in pursuit of the British Army. British…

The Americans retake Philadelphia On this day in history, June 18, 1778, Americans retake Philadelphia after the British army evacuates the city. Philadelphia was captured in September of 1777 by…

Patriots lose the Battle of Bunker Hill On this day in history, June 17, 1775, patriots lose the Battle of Bunker Hill, the first major battle of the American Revolution…

Mary Katherine Goddard is born On this day in history, June 16, 1738, Mary Katherine Goddard is born. Mary would become one of the most prominent printers of the American…

George Washington appointed head of the Continental Army On this day in history, June 15, 1775, George Washington is appointed head of the new Continental Army. Congress created the Continental…