Ep. 61 – Winter Encampment at Morristown

Washington and his men were encamped at Morristown, New Jersey during the winter of 1779-80 – one of the harshest winters in history.

Ep. 60 – The Philipsburg Procolomation

The British said they would free any enslaved person who came to fight on their side – but was there a catch? Find out in this episode!

Ep. 59 – Female Loyalists

 

Dr. Kacy Tillman joins us for this episode to tell us all about loyalist women.

In the 18th century, most people didn't believe women could think for themselves. So, they could get in trouble for the opinions of their fathers, husbands, brothers, and other men in their lives.

History might remember them as loyalists, but some simply wanted peace. Others were working to help by acting as spies or messengers.

Ep. 58 – The Battles Continue in Late 1779

As 1779 continues, so does the fight for liberty.

Battle of Stono Ferry

All about "Mad" Anthony Wayne

All about the Battle of Stony Point

Henry Lee, III – Also called "Light Horse Harry"

Bonhomme Richard

Ep. 57 – Minisode for Georgia and South Carolina

The British continue trying to take over the southern colonies of Georgia and South Carolina in the spring of 1779.

Jacques-Marc Prévost

Lt. Col. John Ashe

Major General Augustin Prévost

Major General Lincoln 

William Moultrie