American Revolution Podcast
FaktaHistorieAmerican Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week's episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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- Rev250-042 Congress Visits Cambridge (00:07:10)
On October 4, 1774 a Congressional Committee leaves Philadelphia for Cambridge to meet with George Washington and the other Continental Generals. the leaders discuss a range of concerns including whether to allow Indians and Blacks to continue serving in the Continental Army. For more on Congress during this period, check out episode 75 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-075-continental-congress-autumn.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- AR-SP39 Sheilah Vance, Threshold to Valley Forge (00:53:15)
In September 2025 the American Revolution Round Table hosted Sheilah Vance, author of Threshold to Valley Forge: The Six Days of the Gulph Mills Encampment. This is a summary of the discussion, which was recorded on Zoom. To see a list of upcoming Round Table events, where you can participate on Zoom, go to: https://amrevrt.org/virtual-round-table-events Order a copy of Threshold to Valley Forge: The Six Days of the Gulph Mills Encampment at Amazon. To learn more about Author Sheilah Vance, check out her web site: https://sheilahvance.com/about-sheilah-vance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-041 Gage Returns to England (00:06:19)
General Thomas Gage receives correspondence from London on September 26, 2775, ordering to return to England and turn over command to General William Howe. For more on this topic, check out Episode 74. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-074-occupied-boston-1775.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP365b State of the Union, 1790 (00:11:22)
George Washington's own words as he gives his first address on the State of the Union, January 8, 1790. This speech is discussed in greater detail in Episode 365 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2025/09/arp365-state-of-union-1790.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-040 British Capture Ethan Allen (00:08:47)
After losing his regiment, Colonel Ethan Allen attempts to raise a local force in Canada in an effort to capture Montreal. A larger loyalist force with Indian support runs down Allen's force and takes him prisoner. On September 26, 1775. Allen recounts an Indian's attempt to kill him after his capture. For more details, check out Episode 72 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/11/episode-072-siege-of-st-jean.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP365 State of the Union, 1790 (00:33:05)
As the second session of Congress opens in 1790, President Washington gives members an address on the State of the Union. Congress continues to work on building the new government and fights over tariffs. Washington also has another near-death experience. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: Mr. President: George Washington and the Making of the Nation's Highest Office, by Harlow Giles Unger. Online Recommendation of the Week: Washington's State of the Union Address, 1790: https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/first-annual-address-congress-0 Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-039 Siege of Fort St. Johns (00:06:13)
In mid-September, 1775, Continental soldiers under General Richard Montgomery invade Canada, they lay siege to Fort. Saint Johns, south of Montreal. For more details, check out Episode 72 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/11/episode-072-siege-of-st-jean.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP364 New England Tour & NC Joins the Union (00:34:33)
Near the end of 1789, George Washington embarks on a tour to New England, causing a tiff with Governor John Hancock. North Carolina changes its mind and votes to ratify the constitution. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: George Washington’s Journey, by T.H. Breen. Online Recommendation of the Week: The Diary of George Washington, From 1789 to 1791: https://archive.org/details/diaryofgeorgewas02wash Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-038 Capture of Fort Johnson (00:05:20)
On Sept. 15, 1775, Provincial forces in South Carolina capture Fort Johnson without a struggle. Col. Moultrie flies his blue flag for the first time over the fort. Royal Governor Campbell flees to a Navy ship in Charleston Harbor. For more details on the patriot takeover of the south, check out Episode 69: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/11/episode-069-south-joins-war.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- AR-SP37 First Continental Mutiny (00:06:30)
On September 10, 1775, General Washington faces his first internal challenge as a group of riflemen mutiny at the Siege of Boston. For more on this topic, check out Episode 73 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-073-siege-of-boston-autumn.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- AR-SP38 Bunker Hill with History Dispatches (00:54:48)
I discuss the Battle of Bunker Hill with Matt and McKinley Breen of the History Dispatches Podcast. To learn more about the History Dispatches Podcast, go to https://historydispatches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-036 Invasion of Quebec (00:06:06)
In early September, 1775, General Schuyler and General Montgomery lead the Continental Northern army from Fort Ticonderoga into Quebec. At the same time, Colonel Benedict Arnold leads a second force across the Maine wilderness to take Quebec City from the north. For more details, listen to Episodes 72 and 76 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/11/episode-072-siege-of-st-jean.html https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-076-arnolds-march-toward-quebec.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- AR-SP37 Winning the Ten Crucial Days, with David Price (00:54:04)
Our American Revolution Round Table hosts author David Price. He discusses his book Winning the Ten Crucial Days: The Keys to Victory in George Washington's Legendary Winter Campaign. To see a list of upcoming Round Table events, where you can participate on Zoom, go to: https://amrevrt.org/virtual-round-table-events Order a copy of Winning the Ten Crucial Days: The Keys to Victory in George Washington's Legendary Winter Campaign at Amazon. Subscribe to David Price's Blog, or find a list of this other books at https://dpauthor.com If you want to joint us live for future author discussions, be sure to join my mail list, or sign up as a supporter on Patreon. Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP363b Bonus Episode - Declaration of Rights (00:12:29)
In the summer of 1789, the National Assembly of France, approves the Declaration of the Rights of Man. Lafayette drafted the original, with advice from Thomas Jefferson. This is the final Declaration, as approved by the National Assembly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-035 The First Continental Warship Aug. 24, 1775 (00:05:31)
In late August of 1775, the Continental Siege of Boston keeps the British from moving in or out of the city by land. However, the British Navy controls the water. General Washington begins to commission ships to interdict merchant vessels trying to supply the British garrison in Boston. The first ship, the Hannah. Is commissioned on Aug. 24, 1775. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP363 The French Revolution (00:31:16)
The French Revolution begins in 1789, with the promise of minimal violence and an opportunity to install a constitutional monarchy what will protect the rights of its citizens. Experienced leaders American and elsewhere are dubious that these results will stand without much more bloodshed. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: George Washington and the French Revolution, by Louis Martin Sears Online Recommendation of the Week: https://greyhistory.com/frenchrevolutionpodcast Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-034 Proclamation of Rebellion (00:06:29)
On August 23, 1775, King George III issues an official proclamation that the colonies in North America are in rebellion. It calls on all loyal subjects to help bring the rebellion to an end and bring its traitorous leaders to justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP362 Debating the Bill of Rights (00:32:33)
James Madison struggles to get a Bill of rights through Congress. The federalists think it is a waste of time and want to delay it. The anti-federalists think it does not go far enough, and want a second constitutional convention. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: Origins of the Bill of Rights, by Leonard Levy Online Recommendation of the Week: Congress Creates a Bill of Rights https://www.archives.gov/legislative/resources/bill-of-rights Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP-Bonus001 Madison's Draft Bill of Rights (00:15:23)
James Madison's proposed Bill of Rights, submitted to Congress on June 8, 1789. For a written transcript, go to: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2025/08/james-madison-proposed-nine-changes-to.html You can leave comments for me under the blog entry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-033 Planning for Quebec (00:05:19)
On August 14, 1775 Major James Brown brings back his report from Quebec, recommending that the Continental Army invade as soon as possible. For more on the American Revolution, including all back episodes for free, go to https://blog.amrevpodcast.com For Ad free episodes, join on Patreon for as little as $2/month. https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast Or get a free trial subscription to the Into History Network: https://intohistory.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP361 Bill of Rights: First Draft (00:33:09)
Between late 1788 and early James Madison goes from being a leading opponent of a bill of rights, to its chief advocate. He introduces his proposed bill of rights into Congress only a few months into the first session. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: James Madison and the Struggle for the Bill of Rights, by Richard Labunski Online Recommendation of the Week: Madison’s Consistency on the Bill of Rights: https://nationalaffairs.com/publications/detail/madisons-consistency-on-the-bill-of-rights Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-032 The Battle of Gloucester (00:05:22)
In the first week of August, 1775, the British Navy gets another lesson about trying to go near the land in hostile territory. For more American Revolution stories, check out the American Revolution Podcast at https://blog.amrevpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- ARP360 Judiciary Act of 1789 (00:32:51)
The US Senate has to create an entire federal court system. The vagueness in the Constitution leads to political fights over what powers a federal court system should have. Washington appoints the entire Federal judiciary in one day. Blog https://blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode. Book Recommendation of the Week: Rewriting the History of the Judiciary Act of 1789: Exposing Myths, Challenging Premises, and Using New Evidence, by Wilfred J. Ritz Online Recommendation of the Week: Sketches of Debate of the First Senate of the United States: https://archive.org/details/sketchesofdebate00macl_0 Ask your American Revolution Podcast questions on Quora: https://amrevpod.quora.com Join the Facebook group, American Revolution Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132651894048271 Follow the podcast on X @AmRevPodcast Join the podcast mail list: https://mailchi.mp/d3445a9cd244/american-revolution-podcast-by-michael-troy ARP T-shirts and other merch: https://merch.amrevpodcast.com Support this podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AmRevPodcast or via PayPal http://paypal.me/AmRevPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Rev250-031 Congress Rejects the Conciliatory Proposition (00:07:31)
On July 31, 1775, with open warfare continuing around Boston, the Continental Congress rejects Parliament's efforts to divide the colonies by promising not to tax them directly, as long as the colonies give Britain all the money is requests from them. For more context, check out Episode 50, where Parliament passes the Conciliatory Resolution: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/06/episode-050-britain-prepares-for-war.html or Episode 68, where Congress rejects it: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/10/episode-068-congress-olive-branch.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- AR-SP36 Washington: American Hero, with Otto Aouita (01:26:19)
I sat down with filmmaker Otto Aouita to discuss his upcoming movie: Washington: American Hero, which is scheduled to be released on July 4, 2026. For more details on the movie, go to www.ceenema.com For a summary of this discussion, go to: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2025/07/ar-sp36-washington-american-hero-movie.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices