William Thompson

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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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Politics During the War (1775-1783), Prisoners of War, The War Years (1775-1783) March 17, 2020 March 17, 2020

Trading Generals

by William M. Welsch

During the American Revolution, many players were removed from the chess board of war as a result of capture. From individual soldiers and sailors…

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1. Douglas R Dorney Lord Rawdon at Camden—Giving a Victor His Due: Occupation and Pacification

On July 1, 1780, Rawdon wrote Rugeley that he would award " the inhabitants ten guineas for the head of any deserter belonging to the Volunteers of Ireland, and five…
2. David Price Ten Crucial Days, Five Crucial Factors

I think you're absolutely right, Bill - that's a point I make in the manuscript I'm working on that's a very extended version of the article. Thanks for your comments,…
3. Bill Welsch Ten Crucial Days, Five Crucial Factors

David! Great article. Thanks. I always think of luck when I hear contingency. A fancier term. I’ve stressed luck on my tours. I would add what I consider another example…