The most popular programs for the U.S. Revolutionary War Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=4246 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Fri, 24 May 2013 06:48:18 GMT John Nagy, founding member of the American Revolution Round Table of Philadelphia, presents a history of espionage during the Revolutionary War. Mr. Nagy explores the spy efforts used by the British and the Continental Army that ranged from hidden compartments in hollowed bullets to dictionary codes and musical notation. The author recounts that American commander-in-chief George Washington was very interested in spycraft and counter-intelligence and maintained a large network of spies. John Nagy discussed his book at the Fraunces Tavern Museum in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292812-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292812-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT William Hogeland recalls the nine weeks leading up to the American Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. He focuses on the debate between the "reconciliationists" led by Pennsylvanian John Dickinson, who wished to remain part of the British Empire, and those who sought independence and were roused into action by Samuel Adams and John Adams of Massachusetts. Mr. Hogeland reports on how the Adams-led independents overturned Pennsylvania's reconiliationist government and how this turn of events progressed to the Continental Congress. William Hogeland discussed his book at a Noontime Lecture Series at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. He also sang a folk song, using a banjo. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294703-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294703-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Willard Sterne Randall, retired history professor at Champlain College, recounted the life of American Revolutionary War figure, Ethan Allen. The leader of the Green Mountain Boys, Allen is remembered for his attack on Fort Ticonderoga in 1775 and his time spent as a prisoner of war in England. Mr. Randall responded to questions from members of the audience at Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301495-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301495-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Allen presents a history of American Tories during the American Revolution, self-proclaimed Loyalists to the British crown. The author casts the revolution as a civil war that took place amongst the American populace. Topics include the Tory strongholds of New York and Philadelphia, and the migration of 80,000 Tories, most of whom left for Canada. He sheds new light on the Tories, especially using records abroad as well as state archives. Thomas Allen discussed his book at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297065-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297065-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Benjamin Carp talked about the causes and impact of the Boston Tea Party on December 16, 1773. He spoke at the David Library of the American Revolution. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296794-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296794-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Historian and commentator Kevin Phillips talked about his book, [1775: A Good Year for Revolution], in which he suggests that the year 1775 was a critical launching point of both the Revolutionary War and American independence from Britain. He argued that the year 1776 has incorrectly emerged as a watershed year due to historical hype and confusion. He detailed American colonial successes such as importing vital cannon and gunpowder, enlisting Indian tribes as allies, and launching a trade war with Britain through the Continental Association as examples of 1775's historical significance. Mr. Phillips listed some of his favorite colonial leaders such as Samuel Adams, and ventured his opinions on modern day presidents as well. He also discussed his career in politics and portions of his fourteen other books, including [American Theocracy] and [Bad Money]. A video clip of his appearance on "Booknotes" was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309802-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309802-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Professor Peter Andreas talked about his book, [Smuggler Nation: How Illicit Trade Made America], in which he reveals the long history of smuggling in the U.S., which, prior to the Revolutionary War, was driven by a desire to grow domestic industries and bypass import taxes to the British. Today, the U.S. is the leading market in the world for illicitly traded goods, while at the same time being one of the leading voices for reform. Professor Andreas spoke at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311073-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311073-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich talks about his book, [Victory at Yorktown], the second book in his historical fiction series on George Washington. Mr. Gingrich spoke at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309748-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309748-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Fischer talked about his book, [Washington's Crossing], published by Oxford University Press. In the book, the author examines the history behind George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River during the Revolutionary War. Mr. Fischer tells the story of the challenges, triumphs, and problems that Washington encountered in his quest for independence for the thirteen colonies. He responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180854-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180854-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Two authors talked about their books about the founding of America in conversation with Gary Johnson. T.H. Breen is the author of [American Insurgents, American Patriots: The Revolution of the People] (Hill and Wang, 2010). In his book he focuses on the ordinary people who were prepared to fight long before the Battle of Lexington and Concord of April 19, 1775. Jack Rakove is the author of [Revolutionaries: A New History of the Invention of America] (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2010). In his book Professor Rakove tells the stories of America's Founding Fathers before they became fully formed leaders, as individuals whose lives were radically altered by the events of the mid-1770s This noon ET program from the [Chicago Tribune] Printers Row Lit Fest was held in Digitally Lit Room II. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294032-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294032-6 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Thomas discussed his biography, [John Paul Jones: Sailor, Hero, Father of the American Navy], published by Simon and Schuster. Revolutionary War hero Jones was born in Scotland in 1747 and came to America to serve in its newly formed Navy. His seafaring abilities and driving ambition helped him rise quickly through the ranks and served him well during his battles at sea in the midst of the Revolutionary War. Hence, John Paul Jones is considered to be the father of the American Navy. After his presentation Mr. Thomas answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176683-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176683-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Professor Woody Holton discussed Thomas Jefferson's motivations for writing the Declaration of Independence and the groups that influenced him. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. Woody Holton is the author of [Unruly Americans and the Origins of the Constitution] and [Abigail Adams]. The speech "Thomas Jefferson as a Revolutionary: Leader or Follower" was presented at Monticello. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295350-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295350-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Todd Andrlik, curator and publisher of RagLinen.com, a website for historic newspapers, talked about his book, [Reporting the Revolutionary War: It Was History, It Was News], in which he presents a collection of reportage on the American Revolution from assorted 18th century newspapers. Mr. Andrlik, whose personal collection contains newspapers from 1763 to 1783, examines reports ranging from the Sugar Act of 1764 to battles at Concord and Bunker Hill. Todd Andrlik talked about his book with Robert Allison, chair of the history department at Suffolk University and historian J.L. Bell at The Old State House in Boston. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309910-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309910-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT David McCullough talked about his book, [1776], published by Simon and Schuster, and George Washington's legacy. The book chronicled the military side of the American Revolution, described the role the weather played during the winter months, George Washington's uncertainty of American victory, and the morale of the troops on both sides of the war. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. This event took place at Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens in Virginia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187160-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187160-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT David Cowen talked about Haym Salomon, a Jewish-American Revolutionary War financier. In 1976, the United States honored Haym Salomon with a stamp with an inscription on the reverse side said "Financial Hero." Businessman and broker Haym Salomon was responsible for raising most of the money needed to finance the American Revolution and later to save the new nation from collapse. Mr. Cowen also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307361-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307361-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mark Jacob and Stephen Case recount the role that Philadelphia socialite Peggy Shippen (1760-1804), Benedict Arnold's second wife, played in the Revolutionary War. The authors report that Ms. Shippen was integral in connecting her husband with British officer John Andre and assisted in their conspiracy to harm George Washington's forces. Mark Jacob and Stephen Case responded to questions from members of the audience at Politics and Prose Bookstore. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307254-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307254-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Bob Damon toured Boston's Christ Church, better known as Old North Church. The church, built in 1723, is best-known for its steeple, where in 1775 patriots hung two lanterns to signal that British troops were moving by water out of Boston, leading to the first shots of the American Revolutionary War. This is the first of a two-part program on the Old North Church. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310706-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310706-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT William Fowler talked about his book, [American Crisis: George Washington and the Dangerous Two Years After Yorktown, 1781-1783]. In the book the author details General George Washington's struggles as he dealt with an ineffective Congress and a Continental Army on the verge of mutiny. He responded to a question from a member of the audience. This was part of the Author Series Programs at the Social Law Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303175-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303175-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT A discussion was held about the relationship between the Marquis de Lafayette and George Washington. The Marquis de Lafayette wrote letters that urged France to support the Revolution, gave personal support, and served on the battlefield. Topics included how vital his contribution was to the Revolution and the friendship that emerged between the two men. David Clary is the author of [Adopted Son: Washington, Lafayette, and the Friendship that Saved the Revolution], published by Bantam. Harlow Giles Unger is the author of [Lafayette], published by John Wiley and Sons, and [The Unexpected George Washington: His Private Life], published by Wiley. Thomas Fleming is the author of [Washington's Secret War: The Hidden History of Valley Forge], published by Collins. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202267-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202267-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Fleming talked about his book [Washington's Secret War: The Hidden History of Valley Forge], published by Collins. In his book, the author wrote that the political and military leadership exhibited by General George Washington at the Battle of Valley Forge marked the turning point in the American Revolution. He also chronicled the events of the battle as well as the ways in which George Washington's innovative field leadership and political feats blended diplomatic savvy along with military expertise. Following his remarks, Mr. Fleming responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190509-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190509-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Author and historian Marc Leepson talked about the history of the Marquis de Lafayette and the impact of his leadership on the American fight for independence. In 1777, at the age of twenty, the Marquis de Lafayette traveled from France to the colonies to volunteer his services with George Washington's Continental Army. He later would work to secure France's full support for the American cause and in the process become a hero of the revolution. Mr. Leepson also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299834-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299834-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Charles Rappleye talked about his book [Robert Morris: Financier of the American Revolution]. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. He was interviewed at the 27th Miami Book Fair International at Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296688-13 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296688-13 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Glenn Grasso, former instructor at the United States Coast Guard Academy, talked about the creation of the Continental Navy during America's war for independence. The 2012 Continental Congress Festival in Annapolis, Maryland hosted this event. . Grasso analyzes the U.S. strategy of using privateer vessels to raid British commerce and supply ships. He also discussed France's involvement in naval warfare during the American Revolution. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309570-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309570-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Bob Damon toured Boston's Christ Church, better known as Old North Church. The church, built in 1723, is best-known for its steeple, where in 1775 patriots hung two lanterns to signal that British troops were moving by water out of Boston, leading to the first shots of the American Revolutionary War. This is the second of a two-part program on the Old North Church. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310882-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310882-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Author Robert Sullivan discussed his book, [My American Revolution: Crossing the Delaware and I-78], which explores the role of the middle colonies in the American Revolution. He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308621-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308621-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Nancy K. Loane talked about her book, [Following the Drum: Women at the Valley Forge Encampment]. In a book based on a decade of research, she describes some of the women who lived in the encampment with the Continental Army at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the winter of 1777-78, the circumstances that brought them there, and their role in the camp. Ms. Loane, who used illustrations during her presentation, also responded to questions from members of the audience. This noon program from the Center for the Book was held in the Mary Pickford Theater of the Library of Congress, Madison Building. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296229-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296229-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Robert Sullivan talks about his book, [My American Revolution: Crossing the Delaware and I-78]. He was interviewed while at the annual book publishing trade show, Book Expo America, held June 4-7, 2012, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306577-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306577-2 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT In 1776, Nathan Hale was hanged from the gallows for allegedly spying on the British. History writes that in his last dying speech, he professed the words, "I only regret that I have one life to lose for my country." Author M. Williams Phelps focused on this and other myths about Nathan Hale. He is the author of [Nathan Hale: The Life and Death of America's First Spy]. "Hale, His Life & Legacy: Separating Fact From Fiction" was part of the Nathan Hale Symposium held by Connecticut Landmarks to explore new research into the life and times of Nathan Hale. The event was held on Saturday, August 7, 2010, in the First Congregational Church of Coventry. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294976-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294976-3 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Hugh Dussek talked about Lord Cornwallis and his role in the Revolutionary War, focusing on the 1780 Battle of Charlotte. Mr. Dussek was interviewed at the site in downtown Charlotte where General Cornwallis led the British in that confrontation. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) on their "2011 LCV Cities Tour" were in Charlotte, N.C., on August 29-September 2, 2011, to feature the history and literary life of the city that would host the 2012 Democratic National Convention. Working with the Time Warner local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301666-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301666-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Nelson talked about his book [Benedict Arnold's Navy: The Ragtag Fleet that Lost the Battle of Lake Champlain but Won the American Revolution], published by International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press. In his book Mr. Nelson strives to characterize Benedict Arnold as more than a traitor. Mr. Nelson traces Arnold's role in the army during the American Revolution, including Arnold's role in the battles at Ticonderoga and Valcour Island on Lake Champlain. Nelson chronicles the wit with which Benedict conducted his military endeavors and argues that his entire reputation is marred by Arnold's ultimate abandonment of the American army and alliance with the British. Mr. Nelson showed slides during his presentation. He responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193388-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193388-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT In 1776, Revolutionary War soldier Nathan Hale was hanged as a spy in New York City by the British General William Howe. He was twenty-one at the time. Born in Coventry, Connecticut, the state declared him its "State Hero" in 1985. The state historian explored contradictory accounts of Hale's capture and execution. "The Burning Issue About Nathan Hale" was the keynote address of the Nathan Hale Symposium held by Connecticut Landmarks to explore new research into the life and times of Nathan Hale. The event was held on Saturday, August 7, 2010, in the First Congregational Church of Coventry. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294976-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294976-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT John Sykes talked about the Revolutionary War battle of Fort New Richmond that was decided on September 21, 1779, when the British surrendered to Spanish forces. He also talked about the Republic of West Florida that resulted. Mr. Sykes spoke at the site of the fort near the Pentagon Barracks on the Mississippi River. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2011 LCV Cities Tour" in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on November 27-December 2 to feature the history and literary life of the community. Working with the Cox Communications local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303243-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303243-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Maine State Museum officials talked about artifacts removed from the underwater wreckage of the [Defense], a small American privateer ship that took part in the Penobscot Expedition in 1779. The expedition was considered the worst U.S. naval defeat until Pearl Harbor. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2012 LCV Cities Tour" in Augusta, Maine, on September 10-13 to feature the history and literary life of the community. Working with the Time Warner Cable local affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308506-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308506-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT James David Moran talked about selected items in the American Antiquarian Society's holdings from the American Revolutionary period. The American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, is an independent research library founded in 1812 by Revolutionary War patriot and printer Isaiah Thomas. The library's holdings include more than four million items, and its collection of American printed materials prior to 1825 is the most extensive in the world. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312081-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312081-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ruma Chopra talked about her book [Unnatural Rebellion: Loyalists in New York City During the Revolution]. Thousands of colonists rejected the War for American Independence and many fled to the British stronghold of New York City. The loyalists looked upon the British as natural allies in religion, language, and blood and thought the violence of rebellion was unnecessary and unlawful. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311548-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311548-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thomas B. Allen talked about his book [Tories: Fighting for the King in America's First Civil War]. A substantial portion of Americans remained loyal to Britain. Even families were divided, making the Revolution a civil war that often pitted sons against fathers and brothers against brothers. Based on letters, diaries, and other primary sources in archives from Nova Scotia to London, he adds a fresh perspective to the American Revolution and sheds an important new light on the little-known figures whose lives were forever changed when they remained faithful to their mother country. He was interviewed at the 33rd Annual National Press Club Book Fair and Authors' Night, a fundraiser for the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library and The SEED Foundation held Tuesday, November 9, 2010, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296623-14 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296623-14 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Douglas Bostick spoke about South Carolina's role in the American Revolution. His address was in White Point Gardens in Battery Park, the terminus of the Carolina Day parade from Washington Park. Carolina Day has been celebrated since the 1777 to commemorate the Battle of Sullivan's Island on June 28, 1776. The program opened with scenes of the parade as Sam Howell was interviewed about Carolina Day. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300465-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300465-1 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT