American Revolution Podcast
American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly, with an accompanying blog of pictures, maps and further reading for each episode.
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Sep 15, 2026 · 7 minRev250-115 Harlem HeightsOn September 16, 1776, British forces probed the Continental lines at Harlem Heights. American defenders pushed the advance back, a rare morale boost in the New York campSep 13, 2026 · 32 minARP400 The Maria Reynolds AffairIn 1797, Alexander Hamilton's affair with Maria Reynolds became public and set off a national scandal. The episode traces the affair from 1791, James Reynolds' blackmail,Sep 11, 2026 · 10 minRev250-114 Kips BayOn September 15, 1776, British forces landed at Kips Bay on Manhattan and sent the militia defenders running, putting the whole Continental Army at risk. Washington narroSep 6, 2026 · 32 minARP399 The Financial Crisis of 1797War in Europe and the Bank of England's suspension of specie payments set off a financial crisis in America. Robert Morris, once the richest financier in the country, endSep 4, 2026 · 9 minRev250-113 Launch of the TurtleOn September 6, 1776, the Continental Army sent an experimental submarine, the Turtle, against the British fleet in New York harbor.Sep 3, 2026 · 8 minRev250-112 Long Island Peace ConferenceIn early September 1776, delegates from the Continental Congress met Admiral Howe on Staten Island. Both sides walked away convinced there was no diplomatic way out and tAug 30, 2026 · 1h 5mAR-SP53 Eric Metaxas - RevolutionAuthor Eric Metaxas joined our August 2026 round table on Zoom to discuss his new book Get a copy of Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the WoAug 29, 2026 · 8 minRev250-111 Evacuation of BrooklynOver the night of August 29-30. The Continental Army pulls off a miraculous retreat from Brooklyn into Manhattan, across the East River, while the British are poised to dAug 28, 2026 · 8 minRev230-110 Battle of BrooklynDuring the last week of August, 1776, the British capture Long Island, handing a devastating blow to the Americans. For more context, check out Episode 103 of the AmericaAug 23, 2026 · 32 minARP398 John Adams InaugurationMarch 4, 1797: John Adams takes the oath of office, replacing George Washington as President. Almost immediately, he feels alone and without political allies. Podcast TouAug 20, 2026 · 8 minRev250-109 British land on Long IslandOn August 22, 1776 the British began landing on Long Island in preparation for attacking the Continental Army. For more context, check out Episode 103 of the American RevAug 18, 2026 · 2 minAmRev Tour 2027https://survey.chasehistorytours.com/revolution Please fill out this online survey about what you would like to see in the best tour about the American Revolution: LearnAug 16, 2026 · 33 minARP397 The End of Washington's PresidencyGeorge Washington gives his last State of the Union address, then completes his final months in office frustrated with an increasingly divided Congress and nation. PodcasAug 13, 2026 · 8 minRev250-108 Peace DiscussionsAs the British Army and Navy assembled in New York Harbor over July and August, 1776, Admiral Richard Howe reached out to his friend Benjamin Franklin to see if they coulAug 9, 2026 · 32 minARP396 Election of 1796In 1796, Adams beats Jefferson in the presidential race, but shenanigans among the electors prevents Adams' running mate, Thomas Pinckney from beating Jefferson, meaning Aug 7, 2026 · 42 min395b Washington's Farewell Address (full text)On December 19, 1796 President Washington released his farewell address. This is a recording of the full text of Washington's address. For more context, listen to EpisodeAug 4, 2026 · 5 minRev250-107 Debating Escape from New YorkBy the beginning of August, 1776, most of the British fleet was in New York Harbor. The British Army was sitting on Statin Island, awaiting an attack. The Continental ArmAug 2, 2026 · 32 minARP395 Washington's Farewell AddressWashington waits until just before the 1796 presidential elections to announce that he will not run for a third term. His address received mixed reviews but has been remeJul 30, 2026 · 7 minRev250-106 Signing the DeclarationOn August 2, 1776, nearly a month after approving it, and after thousands of other copies were distributed around the country, delegates to the Continental Congress signeJul 28, 2026 · 7 minRev250-105 War with the CherokeeOn July 29, South Carolina militia launched an army to put an end to the attacks on their frontier. For more context, check out Episode 102 of the American Revolution PodJul 26, 2026 · 1h 0mAR-SP52 Button Gwinnett with Mark Di VincenzoOur July 2026 Round Table welcomed Mark Di Vincenzo, author of Button Gwinnett: America's Accidental Founding Father. To see upcoming roundtable events, or listen to pastJul 22, 2026 · 7 minRev250-104 British Potomac Raids of July 1776After being forced into the waters off Virginia, Royal Governor Dunmore orders one final raid up the Potomac River which fights a skirmish on July 23, 1776. By some accouJul 19, 2026 · 33 minARP394 Tennessee Joins the Union, 1796Tennessee's rocky road to statehood in 1796 was a difficult one, lasting over a decade. Their first governor had been a wanted fugitive just a few years earlier. This epiJul 14, 2026 · 6 minRev250-103 New York Declares IndependenceWhile twelve colonies declared Independence on July 2, 1776, and approved the Declaration on July 4, New York refused to give its delegates to the Continental Congress peJul 12, 2026 · 32 minARP393 Yazoo Land ScandalIn the 1790s, land speculation was one of the main ways to build your wealth. But speculation was not for the feint of heart. Cheating, theft, influence peddling, bribery
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