Tench Tilghman was an aide-de-camp to General Washington during the Revolutionary War who was sent to tell the Continental Congress about victory at Yorktown.
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The British Evacuation of New York City
On November 25, 1783, the British Army evacuated NYC permitting George Washington a triumphant return and finally closing out the Revolutionary War.
Goose Van Schaick Leads The Onondaga Expedition
Goose Van Schaick’s most important assignment led him against the Native Americans of the Onondaga Tribe.
Samuel Ward Jr. Loses His Ship
After serving in the Continental Army, Samuel Ward set up a merchant firm which helped the United States establish relationships around the world.
John Hoskins Stone Gets Shot...Again
John Hoskins Stone was a decorated Officer in the Continental Army who was twice forced to tender his resignation due to wounds sustained in battle.
Samuel John Atlee Goes From POW To Continental Congressman
Samuel John Atlee survived imprisonment by the British only to become a member of the Continental Congress and leader in Pennsylvania politics.
Joseph Wood's Controversial Promotion
Joseph Wood fought as a Colonel in the Invasion of Canada before receiving appointment to the Continental Congress.
Every Major General in the Continental Army
An overview of each man to serve as a Major General for the Continental Army.
Twice Removed From The Continental Army - Penuel Cheney's Malpractices
Penuel Cheney was a Surgeon in the early days of the Continental Army who demonstrated some administrative flaws under General Washington’s command.
The Invisible Army of Horatio Gates
Horatio Gates was given command of the Continental Army in Canada after that army no longer existed.
Ezekiel Polk Teaches A President Politics
Ezekiel Polk was an officer in the Continental Army and a pioneer of modern Tennessee.
Deborah Sampson Drags Herself To War
Deborah Sampson was a poor woman who dressed as a man to join the Continental Army.
Francis Kinloch's Unheeded Advice
Francis Kinloch was a Continental Congressman and soldier in the Continental Army.
Memorial Day: Reflecting on Revolutionary Veterans
Since the Washingtons, Hamiltons and Lafayettes will be receiving attention today, let's take a moment to remember some of those Americans who might otherwise be forgotten.
Nicholas Eveleigh - First Comptroller of the US Treasury
Nicholas Eveleigh is another Founder whose big contribution to the formation of the United States is overlooked because accounting and administration are not as sexy being a General or Diplomat.
Baron von Steuben and the Making of the Continental Army
Baron von Steuben did more to turn the ragtag members of the Continental Army into soldiers than anyone else.