Making of America
During the American Revolution, the Continental Congress passes a resolution stating that “two Battalions of Marines be raised” for...
Making of America
On this day in 1780, British Major James Wemyss, commanding a force of 140 horsemen, attempts to surprise 300 South Carolina militiamen...
Making of America
On this day in 1775, General George Washington seeks to resolve several problems facing the army: how to encourage experienced troops to...
Making of America
On this day in 1776, Congress chooses Richard Bache to succeed his father-in-law, Benjamin Franklin, as postmaster general. Franklin had...
Making of America
On this day in 1789, Pope Pius VI appoints John Carroll bishop of Baltimore, making him the first Catholic bishop in the United States....
Making of America
On this day in 1775, Continental Army commander in chief General George Washington condemns his troops’ planned celebration of the...
Making of America
Patriot William Shippen, of the powerful Shippen family of Philadelphia dies at the age of 89 at his home in Germantown, Pennsylvania, on...
Making of America
On this day in 1777, General George Washington is informed that a conspiracy is afoot to discredit him with Congress and have him...
Making of America
On this day in 1777, the USS Ranger, with a crew of 140 men under the command of John Paul Jones, leaves Portsmouth, New Hampshire, for...