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Crime and Justice, The War Years (1775-1783), Weapons March 9, 2021 March 5, 2021

Riflemen Run Riot: The Mutiny at Prospect Hill

by Joshua Shepherd

“They are remarkably stout and hardy men,” thought army surgeon James Thacher, “Dressed in white frocks, or rifle shirts, and round hats.” The robust…

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