Who Fought in the War of 1812?
A number of countries, as well as Native-American tribes, took part in the War of 1812. Each side joined for different reasons. For some it was to assert their independence… Read more »
What Caused the War of 1812?
The actual causes of the War of 1812 are difficult to determine, in part because much of the war-time propaganda obscured the true causes. That being said, most historians don’t… Read more »
Native Americans in the Revolutionary War
Many Native American tribes fought in the Revolutionary War. The majority of these tribes fought for the British but a few fought for the Americans. Many of these tribes tried… Read more »
The Witchcraft Trial of Samuel Wardwell
Samuel Wardwell was a 49-year-old carpenter from Andover, Mass who was accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials. Samuel Wardwell was born on May 16, 1643, to Thomas Wardwell,… Read more »
American Revolution: Online Primary Sources
The primary sources of the American Revolution offer a wealth of information on this famous event. These sources include official acts and proclamations as well as several books, diaries and… Read more »