American 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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Rev250-060 Battle of Quebec Dec 31, 1775 (00:11:12)
On December 31, 1775, General Richard Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold lead a desperate attack against Quebec City before their army's enlistments expire on January 1.
For more context, check out Episode 78 and Episode 79 of the American Revolution Podcast.
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AR-SP44 Tom Paine's War, with Jack Kelly (00:43:20)
Special guest Jack Kelly joined our December, 2025 round table to discuss his new book: Tom Paine's War, to be released on Jan. 6, 2026. The book looks at Paine's military service after writing Common Sense, and how it impacted his decision to write The American Crises. We look at how this critical period of Paine's life impacted the course of the American Revolution.
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Rev250-059 Bonvouloir and the Secret Committee (00:06:47)
December 18, 1778: Secret Agent from France, Julien-Alexandre Achard de Bonvouloir completes his meetings with the Continental Congress Secret Committee and writes a report for officials in France. His efforts contribute to France's decision to begin providing covert aid to the American Cause.
For more context, check out Episode 71 of the American Revolution Podcast.
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ARP373 State of the Union 1790-91 (00:32:01)
Washington delivers two annual addresses to Congress in late 1790 and again in late 1791, setting out his key priorities for the coming year.
Around the time of the 1791 address. Thomas Jefferson helps to found a new newspaper that will challenge the administration, and counterbalance a pro-administration newspaper backed by Alexander Hamilton.
Washington also reluctantly tries out cabinet meetings after getting over a fear that they will be seen as too monarchical.
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Book Recommendation of the Week: Infamous Scribblers: The Founding Fathers and the Rowdy Beginnings of American Journalism, by Eric Burns.
Online Recommendation of the Week: Discourses on Davila, by John Adams: https://archive.org/details/discoursesondavi00adam
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Rev250-058 Prohibitory Act & Great Cane Brake (00:06:16)
On December 22, 1775, the British Parliament orders all trade with the colonies to cease. Violators will have their ships seized and the crew impressed into the British Navy.
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ARP372 Washington's Southern Tour 1791 (00:32:21)
Following up on his New England Tour in 1789, Washington Visits Rhode Island and Long Island in 1790. Then, in 1791, he embarks on his longest tour, riding from Philadelphia to Georgia and back again.
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Book Recommendation of the Week: George Washington’s 1791 Southern Tour, by Warren Bingham.
Online Recommendation of the Week: The Tale of Washington’s Horse https://www.ccpl.org/charleston-time-machine/tail-washingtons-horse
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ARP 2025 Holiday Gift Recommendations (00:08:24)
Many listeners have asked me to recommend books for those casually interested in the American Revolution, or for a single book that covers the entire Revolution. I provide several great recommendations in this episode.
Coffee Table Books:
The American Revolution: An Intimate History, by Geoffrey Ward and Ken Burns. https://amzn.to/3MqhW81
The American Revolution: A Visual History (from the Smithsonian Institute). https://amzn.to/3Yl0Ivi
America Victorious, by Tom Hand. https://amzn.to/4943ECD - Although I've included an Amazon link I strongly recommend going to the author's website AmericanaCorner.com and buying a signed copy. You can also get an additional 15% discount by using the promo code: REVOLUTION
Substantive books:
The American Revolution: A History, by Gordon Wood (about 200 pages)
The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763-1789, by Robert Middlekauff. https://amzn.to/3MPXRb8
The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777, by Rick Atkinson https://amzn.to/48ZI6al
The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780, by Rick Atkinson https://amzn.to/48xBUq1
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ARP371 Creating Washington, DC (00:34:03)
President Washington hires close friends to make the land deals necessary to establishing the new federal city on the Potomac River. He also personally selects French immigrant Pierre L'Enfant as the city planner.
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Book Recommendation of the Week: Washington: The Making of the American Capital, by Fergus Bordewich.
Online Recommendation of the Week: A History of the National Capital, Vol. 1: 1790-1814, by W.B. Bryan: https://archive.org/details/historyofnationa0001wilh
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Rev250-057 Great Bridge, VA Dec. 9, 1775 (00:06:41)
Virginia patriots fight the British at Great Bridge, forcing the British to surrender the last patch of land under British control in Virginia.
For more details on this topic, check out Episode 74 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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AR-SP43 Alamance, with Nathan Schultz (00:22:52)
Alamance Battleground Site Director Nathan Shultz discusses the Regulator movement in North Carolina, which culminates in the 1771 Battle of Alamance.
To get more background on the Battle of Alamance, listen to Episode 35 of this podcast.
Also, check out the Alamance Battleground website: https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/alamance-battleground
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Rev250-056 Capture of the Nancy (00:06:29)
On Nov 29, 1775, A Continental Ship deployed by General Washington manages to capture a large supply ship headed for Boston. The contents supply the Continental Army with desperately needed arms and ammunition.
For more details on this topic, check out Episode 74 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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AR-SP42 The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, with Richard Bell (01:05:52)
Professor Richard Bell discusses his new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World.
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The author has offered to sell a signed copy directly to you if you contact him via Email. His contact information is available here: https://history.umd.edu/directory/richard-bell
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Rev250-055 Resolution on the Capture of British Ships (00:05:41)
General Washington is concerned that Congress needs to define how captured ships will be treated. On November 25, 1775, Congress passes a resolution that sets out how the spoils of war will be divided.
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Rev250-054 Fall of Fort Ninety-Six (00:05:44)
Patriot militia occupy Fort Ninety-Six on the South Carolina Frontier while the loyalist militia are away. The militia return in large numbers, but cannot overcome the patriot defenses. On Nov. 21, 1775, after running short of ammunition and water, both sides agree to go home and forget about the whole thing.
For more details on this topic, check out Episode 77 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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AR370 Vermont Joins the Union (00:33:49)
After years of struggling for recognition, and threatening to re-join the British Empire, Vermont finally becomes the 14th State to join the union on March 4, 1791.
This episode's, blog entry, at blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode.
Book Recommendation of the Week: Moses Robinson and the Founding of Vermont, by Robert Mello.
Online Recommendation of the Week: Collections of the Vermont Historical Society, Vol. 2 [Haldimand Papers], 1871. https://archive.org/details/collectionsofver02verm
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Rev250-053 Siege of Quebec Begins (00:06:56)
Benedict Arnold Arrives at the Plains of Abraham, in front of Quebec, just after Scottish Highlander Loyalists arrive to protect the city. As a result, Arnold must wait for reinforcements before attempting to take the City.
For more details on this topic, check out Episode 78 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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Rev250-052 Patriots Capture Montreal (00:05:55)
As General Carleton flees back to Quebec City, General Montgomery is unopposed as his army enters Montreal on November 13, 1775.
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ARP369 The First Bank of the United States (00:33:20)
In a post-election third session of Congress, held in Philadelphia beginning in December 1790, Secretary of Treasury proposes a national bank. Opponents fear that it will give the federal government and wealthy speculators too much power.
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Book Recommendation of the Week: The Hamilton Scheme: An Epic Tale of Money and Power in the American Founding, by William Hogeland.
Online Recommendation of the Week: Hamilton's Opinion as to the Constitutionality of the Bank of the United States: 1791 https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/bank-ah.asp
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Rev250-051 Lord Dunmore Arms the Slaves (00:06:34)
London rejects the Olive Branch Petition. The King calls on Parliament to crush the rebellion in America. Lord Dunmore declares martial law in Virginia and proclaims that any slaves that escape their patriot masters and join his army to crush the rebellion, he will offer them freedom.
For more details on these topics, check out Episode 71 and Episode 77 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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Birth of the Navy & Marines (00:06:04)
On November 5, 1775, the Continental Congress appoint Esek Hopkins to command its new Continental Navy, once the ships are ready. Five days later, on November 10, Congress authorizes the establishment of two brigades of Marines. Captain Samuel Nicholas is chosen as the Corps' first Commander. Happy 250th Birthday to the US Marines!
For more on these topics, check out Episodes 75 and Episode 84 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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ARP368 First Census & Mid-terms (00:32:56)
In 1790 the country holds its first census, but doesn't bother to write down everyone's name. Benjamin Franklin dies and the Senate doesn't care. States hold new Congressional elections but continue to have the first Congress meet after a third of the members are replaced in the elections. Congress also leaves New York for the last time.
Blog, at blog.AmRevPodcast.com includes a complete transcript, as well as more resources related to this week's episode.
Book Recommendation of the Week: Census, USA: Fact Finding for the American People, 1790-1970, by Ann Herbert Scott (borrow on archive.org).
Online Recommendation of the Week: First United States Census, 1790: https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/first-united-states-census-1790
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Rev250-049 Victory in Canada (00:05:32)
In the last week of October, 1775, the Continental Army under General Richard Montgomery breaks the British siege at St. Johns, capturing most of the British Regulars in Canada. As Montgomery prepares to march on Montreal and Quebec City, Colonel Benedict Arnold emerges from the Maine wilderness, just north of Quebec City.
For more details on these events, check out Episode 72 and Episode 76 of the American Revolution Podcast
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AR-SP41 The American Revolution, with Ken Burns (00:49:24)
Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein speak with the American Revolution Podcast about their upcoming documentary about the American Revolution, which will be released on Nov. 16, 2025. We get a behind the scenes look at how the documentary was made.
The American Revolution documentary will air on PBS beginning on November 16, 2025. You can also watch the podcast on the PBS website: https://www.pbs.org/shows or steaming on the PBS App: https://www.pbs.org/pbs-app
It is also available on Blu Ray or DVD as well as a companion book.
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Rev250-048 Court Martial of Benjamin Church (00:06:24)
Oct. 1775: Patriots discover that one of their top leaders in Massachusetts has been cooperating with the enemy.
For more context, check out Episode 73 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/12/episode-073-siege-of-boston-autumn.html
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Rev250-047 Battle of Hampton, Va (00:05:38)
Oct. 26-27, 1775: After the Virginia militia capture and destroy a small British Navy ship, The British retaliate by launching an attack on the coastal town of Hampton Virginia.
For more context on this story, check out Episode 69 of the American Revolution Podcast. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/11/episode-069-south-joins-war.html
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