Elisha Perkins sold ‘Metallic Tractors’ which had no medical benefits but did lead to the discovery of the placebo effect.
Hamilton Rolls His Eyes - Federalist #31
In Federalist #31, Alexander Hamilton reprimands the Anti-Federalists for thier opposition to the Constitution’s ability to raise taxes.
Finding Sullivan - James Clinton's Expedition
James Clinton, as a member of one of New York’s most important Revolutionary Families, played a significant role in the Founding of the United States.
The Lowest Ranking Senior Officer of the US Army - John Doughty
John Doughty was one of the last soldiers left over after the Continental Army was disbanded and, though only a Major, fell into the role of Senior Officer.
Take The Heights - John Thomas' Overnight Fortification
John Thomas led the fortification of Dorchester Heights during the Siege of Boston.
Dixwell the Regicide's Grave - A Visit With Roger Sherman
In August of 1774, two future signers of the Declaration of Independence visited the grave of a man who killed a King a century earlier.
Martha Bratton - Explosions, Death Threats and Huck's Defeat
Martha Bratton allegedly stood tall in her patriotic resolve to halt the efforts of British Officers during the Revolutionary War.
Tax The People Directly - Alexander Hamilton's Federalist #30
In Federalist #30, Alexander begins his discussion on why direct taxation is necessary for the success of the United State.
Building: The First Continental Congress - Robert Smith Designs Carpenters' Hall
Robert Smith constructed Carpenters’ Hall, where the First Continental Congress met.
The Fratricide of Wyoming - John and Henry Pencel
The ‘Fratricide of Wyoming’ is an important, if mostly forgotten, tale which illustrates how the American Revolution could tare families apart.
John Dickinson Absents Himself From Independence
John Dickinson was decidedly against independence, yet remains one of the most important American Founders.
John Jay's Controversial Gubernatorial Campaign
John Jay was Chief Justice of the United States when he ran for Governor of New York, and things only grew crazier from there…
The Feds Run the Militia? - Federalist #29
In Federalist #29 Alexander Hamilton counters arguments against the Federal Government’s power to control State Militias.
Nathaniel Gist's Additional Continental Regiment
Nathaniel Gist was a pioneer on the Kentucky frontier who, despite having his loyalty questioned, led a regiment in the Continental Army.
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.
Suppressing Rebellions and Fighting Tyranny- Federalist #28
In Federalist #28 Alexander Hamilton discusses how the Constitution can suppress insurrections from within.
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.