4.54 The Campaign Of 1779 The Political History Of The United States podcast

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The southern campaign launches as the British seek to capture the largest city in the south, Charleston. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.56 Meet the Loyalists 37:35

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Not everybody living in the newly formed United States was terribly keen on the new order of things. This week we look at what it meant to be a loyalist and what their lives were like. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.55 The Constitutions of the States 38:05

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Follow the collapse of the British government in the colonies, the newly formed States set out to reestablish their governments. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.54 The Campaign of 1779 39:57

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In a year that was defined largely by inaction, we look at the action that did take place. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.53 The War Moves South 30:04

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With the Revolution going nowhere in the north, the British turn their attention to the south. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.52 The French Arrive 30:07

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Things get off to a messy start as the French arrive for their first joint mission with their new American allies. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.51 Monmouth Courthouse 31:51

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With the British pulling back from Philadelphia, George Washington decides to strike near Monmouth Courthouse. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.50 The Carlisle Commission 33:47

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The British, realizing that things are not going their way, decide to make the American's an offer to end the war. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.49 Valley Forge 34:17

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The American's endure a brutal winter at Valley Forge. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.48 Reacting to Saratoga 32:27

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In the wake of the American victory of Saratoga, the entire nature of the war would change. As the British were left pointing fingers, the United States would, finally, secure a much needed ally. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.47 Saratoga 41:25

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The Saratoga campaign highlighted the growing competence of the Continental Army and the effective use of defensive tactics in the American Revolutionary War. General Burgoyne's campaign, initially marked by confident declarations and swift advances, quickly turned into a logistical nightmare as supply lines stretched thin and reinforcements failed to arrive. The American army, under General Gates, capitalized on these weaknesses by fortifying positions along Bemis Heights, creating a formidable barrier against the British advance. The internal dynamics between Gates and Arnold, marked by tension and disagreement, added a layer of complexity to the American command structure. Arnold's decisive actions during the critical moments of the battle, despite being sidelined by Gates, showcased his military acumen and contributed significantly to the American success. The episode delves into the strategic missteps of the British and the resilience of the American forces, culminating in a turning point that would influence the course of the war. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.46 Brandywine and Germantown 34:17

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This week follow Washington's army through its battles at Brandywine and Germantown. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.45 Burgoyne's March 37:52

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In the north Burgoyne finds that his easy victory might not be so easy after all. Meanwhile in the south, Washington stands in anticipation over exactly what Howe plans to do next. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.44 Ticonderoga 36:42

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The American's take their opening shots at forming an alliance with the French, while back in North America the British move towards the American fort at Ticonderoga. Join us on social media! Threads : https://www.threads.net/@uspoliticalpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ushistpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/USPoliticalpodcast/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/uspoliticalpodcast/ Website : https://www.uspoliticalpodcast.com/ Bibliography : https://uspoliticalpodcast.com/?page_id=196…

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4.43 Preparing for 1777 34:01

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