Revolutionary War Rarities

Revolutionary War Rarities

Fast, fun, rarely known history about the American Revolution. The podcast from ”The Sons of the American Revolution”. New episodes released every two weeks. #RevolutionaryWarRarities #AmericanRevolution #RevolutionaryWar #SonsoftheAmericanRevolution

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August 16, 2026 8 mins
He was a foreign-born Signer of the Declaration of Independence who failed in business numerous times, had many political enemies, died from a dual and today his autograph is worth more than most people in American History.  Listen to learn more about Button Gwinnett on this week's episode of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.
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Ever wondered what role Savannah, Georgia and Tybee Island played during the American Revolution?  Join us today as we explore this Spanish Moss and Oak Tree laden oasis!

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The Southern Campaign played a critical role in the American Revolution.  Although an American defeat, this battle set the stage for the ultimate victory at Yorktown.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from The Sons of the American Revolution.

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July 4, 2026 10 mins
Happy 250th Birthday America.  Make sure and click on the picture below to enjoy our 1st episode of Season 5 where we celebrate the founding of this great nation and our Great-Grandfather's fight for Liberty.  (Most 4th - 7th Great Grandfathers).  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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There is still damage from the American Revolution that is visible over 250 years later.  Today on Revolutionary War Rarities we explore some of that damage.  Make sure and subscribe to our YouTube Channel and check us out on your favorite podcast application.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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It's hard to believe, but numerous soldiers from the American Revolution lived to see the completion of the Civil War.  Who were these men and just how long did they live?  You can find out by listening to the latest episode of Revolutionary War Rarities.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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May 24, 2026 7 mins

Churches and Pastors played a major role in the American Revolution by influencing and justifying Independence.  Join us today as we explore "The Black Robe Regiment" and the impact that these Preacher's had on our War for Independence.   Revolutionary War Rarities is a production of the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution.

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Everyone has heard of the Declaration of Independence, but have you heard of the "Stone Engraving". It wasn't engraved into stone, but was engraved to save the document for future generations. Checkout this episode of Revolutionary war Rarities and learn more about the history of this most important document and how it was "saved" for all generations to see.
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In this week's episode of Revolutionary War Rarities we are joined by Reese Holmes who served as the National President of Children of the American Revolution over the past year.  We discuss the many roles that Children played during our War for Independence as well as the mission of CAR.   Make sure and checkout this episode by clicking on the picture below.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the S...

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April 12, 2026 18 mins

This week's episode of Revolutionary War Rarities is an interview with Writer, Producer, and Director David Garrigus.  David is responsible for "The American Constitution", a documentary to be shown on PBS in September of this year.  Make sure and listen to this episode and learn more about the many challenges our founders faced with the monumental task of creating the American Constitution.  

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More soldiers died from disease than by the enemy in the American Revolution.  Today we talk about smallpox and the impact it had on the war.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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March 15, 2026 10 mins

The Revolutionary Era consisted of numerous "Tea Parties".  Today's episode focuses on the Edenton Tea Party in Edenton North Carolina and the many "founding" women who made it happen.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.

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Ever wondered what the British were thinking just before and during the American Revolution.  Check out this week's episode of Revolutionary War Rarities as we look at the Revolution from the British perspective.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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February 15, 2026 12 mins

Today we celebrate the release of our 100th episode.  Just click on the image below and we hope you enjoy this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.  If you feel led to do so, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, join our Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram.

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February 1, 2026 10 mins
In 1775 there was one last attempt by both the Americans and the British to avoid all-out war.  The American's issued the "Olive Branch Petition".  The British issued the "Conciliatory Proposal".  Today's episode focuses on the "Conciliatory Proposal".  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.  Thank you for listening.
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Today's episode is hosted by our friend, Benjamin Franklin.  This episode focuses on the political cartoons of the American Revolution.  Our music created for each podcast episode is now available by going to fastfunhistory.com and selecting the Music option.  We are the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.
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January 4, 2026 9 mins

On January 10, 1776, "Common Sense" was released and changed the course of history.  By clicking on the picture below you can join Thomas Paine, our host for this weeks episode, as we celebrate the 250th birthday of "Common Sense" and discuss the impact that it had on the United States of America.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.

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December 21, 2025 7 mins
What were our Founding Father's doing 250 years ago around Christmas?  Join us today by clicking on the picture below where we explore this question with our President General Michael J. Elston.  Merry Christmas from Revolutionary War Rarities and The Sons of the American Revolution.
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In today’s episode we explore one of the most significant engineering feats of the American Revolution.  A “Great Chain” that was designed to protect the Hudson River from being taken by the British was deployed at West Point and played a major role in the ultimate victory by the Americans.  We hope you enjoy this episode of Revolutionary War Rarities, the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution...

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Today, we stay on Lake Champlain where we visit the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and discuss the importance of that lake on the American Revolution.  Join Guest Host Roger Williams and Executive Director Chris Sabick as we discuss Lake Champlain and the battles fought on that critical resource.  Revolutionary War Rarities is the podcast from the Sons of the American Revolution.

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