William Butler was a Colonel in the Continental Army who fought the Iroquois on the New York frontier.
The Fry-Jefferson Map
The Fry-Jefferson Map was one of the most important surveys of the 18th century.
Westell Willoughby Recommends a Third Term for Jefferson
Westell Willoughby, Jr. was a physician in Upstate New York who served in the early House of Representatives.
Controlling Elections - Federalist #59
In Federalist #59, Alexander Hamilton responds to criticism that the Federal Government controlled elections to the House of Representatives.
The Death of a Loyalist Father - James Habersham's Revolutionary Sons
The Habersham boys became sibling Founders in Georgia.
Seth Pomeroy Resolves the Massachusetts Seniority Crisis
Seth Pomeroy was the first man appointed Senior Brigadier General in the Continental Army.
Every Major General in the Continental Army
An overview of each man to serve as a Major General for the Continental Army.
The George Baylor Massacre
George Baylor was an aide-de-camp for General Washington.
Creating Maine - Superintendent of Eastern Indians John Allan
John Allan was Superintendent of Eastern Indians during the Revolutionary War.
Sizing Up The House of Representatives - Federalist #58
In Federalist #58 James Madison responds to the argument that the number of delegates in the House of Representatives will not increase appropriately.
The Death of a President's Son - Charles Adams' Alcoholism
Charles Adams was the third child of President John Adams.
In The Service of My Country- Washington and the Newburgh Conspiracy
Near the end of the Revolutionary War, George Washington put a stop to a conspiracy which might have overthrown the Continental Congress.
We are all Republicans, We are all Federalists - Thomas Jefferson's Inauguration
During Thomas Jefferson’s First Inaugural Address issued the famous quote, “We are all Republicans, we are all Federalists.”
The Youngest American Ever Executed - Hannah Ocuish
Hannah Ocuish was the youngest person executed in the history of the United States.
Pierse Long and the Battle of Fort Ann
Pierse Long was a Continental Army Colonel who led soldiers in the Battle of Fort Ann.
Loyal to the Electors? - Federalist #57
In Federalist #57 James Madison continues his discussion on the size of the House of Representatives, arguing that Congresspersons will remain loyal to the people who elected them.
Revolutionary Thanksgivings - The Founders' Version of a Modern Holiday
During the American Revolution, the idea of Thanksgiving as we know it today did not exist. Instead, the ‘proclaimed’ the holiday when it was needed.
George Gilmer Replaces Jefferson and Declares Independence
George Gilmer was Thomas Jefferson’s personal physician.
Lachlan McIntosh's Military Honors Get Overshadowed
Lachlan McIntosh was a Brigadier General in the Continental Army who is best known for killing Button Gwinnett in a duel.
Thomas Conway's Cabal
Thomas Conway is most famous for an attempt to oust George Washington as Commander-in-Chief during a cabal which bears his name.