Matthew Thornton may be one of the cherished names written on the Declaration of Independence, but his real accomplishments were in leading the people of New Hampshire through revolution and into a new government.
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Woodbury Langdon Gets Detained in New York City
Often cast in the shadow of his younger brother, John, Woodbury Langdon participated in the early development in the State of New Hampshire.
The Impeachment of Judge John Pickering
John Pickering was the first Federal Justice to be convicted by the Senate after an impeachment.
Joseph Whipple's Contribution to Freedom in Portsmouth
Joseph Whipple was a wealthy merchant in Portsmouth, NH who helped several former slaves establish themselves in town.
John Stark and the Battle of Bennington
John Stark was one of the most important Revolutionary Generals from New Hampshire.
Josiah Bartlett Does Everything For Revolutionary New Hampshire
Josiah Bartlett was a signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Hampshire.
Preparing for Midnight - Paul Revere Delivers the Portsmouth Alarm
Paul Revere’s delivery of the Portsmouth Alarm almost spawned the Revolutionary War four months earlier.
The Vindication of Timothy Bedel - The Embarrassment at The Cedars
Timothy Bedel was embarrassed at the Battle of the Cedars but was able to redeem himself and his position in the Continental Army.
The Failure of the Spinning Jenny
Gilles de Lavallee’s attempt to bring textile manufacturing to the United States in 1786 was a failure for several reasons.
Jonathan Moulton Makes a Deal with the Devil?
Jonathan Moulton is a uniquely interesting Founder as his life has birthed several tall tales which make him a mythical figure in
Joseph French Instigates the Paper Money Riot
The Paper Money Riot was similar to Shays’ Rebellion as it was a bunch of Revolutionary War Veterans who could not pay their taxes in the economic depression which followed the Revolutionary War.
John Sullivan's Expedition
John Sullivan let a famous expedition against the Native Americans in Upstate New York in an effort secure the northern States for the Continental Army.
John Sullivan - Accidental Diplomat
During the Revolutionary War, John Sullivan found himself in the middle of diplomatic negotiations with the British enemy, then causing diplomatic trouble with our French friends.
George Frost Joins The Governor's Council
George Frost was an important player in the creation of New Hampshire’s Revolutionary Government.
Nathaniel Folsom Does Not Dazzle By Brilliancy
Nathaniel Folsom was a signer of the Continental Association.
Prince Whipple Plants A Liberty Tree
Prince Whipple was a slave who participated in the American Revolution and was eventually granted his freedom.
Paine Wingate Resists The Judiciary Act
Paine Wingate was an inaugural member of the United States Senate.
Meshech Weare Assumes Power In New Hampshire
Meshech Weare was the first Governor of New Hampshire.
Jonathan Blanchard Goes Off In An Extraordinary Manner
Jonathan Blanchard was a longtime Attorney General of New Hampshire.
Hopley Yeaton - Father Of The US Coast Guard
Hopley Yeaton was the first Master in the Revenue Marine.