Join us as we sit down to discuss the 250th anniversary of the capture of Fort Ticonderoga on May 10, 1775, a pivotal moment during the early days of the Revolutionary War. We will be joined by Stuart Lilie, Vice President of Public History, Fort Ticonderoga. We will discuss Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold and the Green Mountain Boys.

Join historians Rob Orrison, Mark Maloy with Maureen Wiese and J. Michael Moore as we discuss the events leading up to the April 21, 1775 Powder Incident in Williamsburg, VA. A few days after Lexington and Concord (unknown to the Virginians at the time), Governor Lord Dunmore removed powder from the magazine in Williamsburg. This event led Patrick Henry to lead militia towards Williamsburg and possible standoff with the Governor. As news arrived on April 28 of the bloodshed outside of Boston, tensions rose even higher.

Join Emerging Revolutionary War historians and special guests as we discuss the events of April 18-19, 1775 and learn about sites and events to see the anniversary weekend. Grab a drink as we have a fun round robin on everything Lexington and Concord!

"He said to his friend, "If the British march
By land or sea from the town to-night,
Hang a lantern aloft in the belfry arch
Of the North Church tower as a signal light,--
One, if by land, and two, if by sea;"

These famous words from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem about Paul Revere's ride recount the important role the Old North Church played in the events leading up to the first shots of the Revolutionary War. Join us just a few weeks before the 250th anniversary as we sit down with Emily Spence, Director of Education at Old North Church in Boston. We'll discuss the history of the church, what occurred on April 18, 1775 and what happened during the war. We'll also discuss the exciting events the Old North Church will be doing on the 250th anniversary. 

Join us as we chat with historian and author Robert Dunkerly about the role that women played in the Southern Campaigns. Most of us know about the story of Molly Pitcher but the women of the Southern Campaigns have been mostly over looked. Grab a drink and listen in as we uncover many untold stories and little known events that show the complexity of the American Revolution. 

Join us as we welcome Stephen Wilson, Executive Director with the St. John's Foundation as we discuss the Second Virginia Convention. Mostly known for Patrick Henry's famous "Give me Liberty or Give me Death" speech, the Second Virginia Convention that was held at St. John's Church in Richmond and was instrumental in changing the narrative in early 1775. Virginia's leaders, as well as other colonial leaders, began to take a more defiant and independence tone. We also discuss the history of the church and all of their upcoming events to commemorate the 250th anniversary on March 23, 2025.

Join us as we sit down with the curatorial staff of the National Museum of the United States Army, Chief Curator Paul Morando and Adam Zielinski, to discuss the upcoming new special exhibition to commemorate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday in 2025, and our nation’s declaration of independence in 2026. This new landmark exhibit will include a rare collection of Revolutionary War artifacts from the original colonies, England, France and Canada, accompanied by Soldier stories of our nation’s first veterans. 

We are excited to welcome historian and author J.L. Bell. Few know more about the events around Boston in 1775 than Bell. His blog, Boston 1775 is the most detailed and researched source on everything Boston 1775 (and before and after 1775). As we approach the 250th anniversary of Lexington and Concord, we will continue our on going discussion about the events leading up to the first shots at Lexington. Topics will include the military build up in Massachusetts including cannon (especially four stolen cannon), creation of minute companies and Gage’s military response, Leslie’s expedition to Salem in February as well as the newly created Provincial Congress and Dartmouth’s orders for Gage.

In July 2024, Minute Man National Historical Park announced the discovery of five musket balls fired at Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775. Park Ranger Jarrad Fuoss joins Emerging Revolutionary War for a behind-the-scenes look at how the bullets were unearthed and will also provide a preview of the park’s 250th anniversary events this April.

Join us as we welcome historian and author Gary Ecelbarger to discuss his new two volume study of George Washington between July 4, 1777 and July 4, 1778. During this momentous year, Washington faced the British army at major engagements at Brandywine, Germantown, and Monmouth. He also spent the winter at Valley Forge. Ecelbarger breaks down this year into two volumes. The first volume, which covers the July to December of 1777 is available now!