Nathaniel Gist was a pioneer on the Kentucky frontier who, despite having his loyalty questioned, led a regiment in the Continental Army.
All in Bios
Chief Justice Oliver Ellsworth Ends the Quasi-War
Oliver Ellsworth was an original Senator and third Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
Oliver Ellsworth Frames American Justice
Oliver Ellsworth was an original member of the US Senate and organised the nation’s judicial system almost single-handedly.
John Barker Church - Fake ID's, Dueling Pistols and the Schuyler Sisters
John Barker Church led a curious life which included a fake identity, supplying the Continental Army, becoming a member of Parliament, and playing a role in the Hamilton-Burr duel.
Walter Stewart - The Handsomest Man in the Continental Army
Walter Stewart was known to be the best looking man in the Revolution business during the American Founding.
William Shepard Scatters Shays' Rebels
William Shepard played an important role in Shays’ Rebellion before serving in the United States House of Representatives.
Timothy Danielson Leads the Hampshire County Militia
Timothy Danielson was a Brigadier General in the Massachusetts Militia throughout the Revolutionary War.
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
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.
Christopher Greene Integrates the Continental Army
Christopher Greene assembled one of the only integrated regiments in the Continental Army, with black and white soldiers serving side by side under his command.
George Partridge Tries to Raise Soldier's Pay
George Partridge was a Continental Congressman from Massachusetts who struggled to raise the pay for his State’s soldiers.
Ebenezer Hazard - Postmaster of the Confederation Congress
Ebenezer Hazard was Postmaster General of the United States throughout the 1780’s.
Adam Stephen Gets Blamed For Germantown
Adam Stephen was a Major General in the Continental Army.
John Heath - America's First Frat Boy
John Heath was the first American to create a fraternity in the Greek tradition currently common on college campuses.
Elijah Clarke and the Trans-Oconee Republic
Elijah Clarke was an American Revolutionary who attempted to establish an independent republic on the Georgian frontier.
The All-American Penmanship of Timothy Matlack
Timothy Matlack might not be a name you recognize, but his handwriting most certainly is.
Lambert Wickes - The Continental Navy's Most Successful Captain
Lambert Wickes established the most impressive battle record while harassing ships off the coast of Ireland.
William Allen - The Loyalist Who Built Independence Hall
William Allen oversaw the final stages of construction on the Pennsylvania State House.
John Dunlap Announces American Independence
John Dunlap printed the first copies of the Declaration of Independence.