Dispatches: The Podcast of the Journal of the American Revolution

E129: James D.R. Philips: Two Revolutions and the Constitution

This week our guest is author James DR Philips. The English Revolution changed history, and it’s influence reigns over the American Revolution and the US Constitution. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.  

E128: Edna Gabler: The Silence of Slavery in Revolutionary War Art

This week our guest is JAR contributor Edna Gabler. Always present but rarely seen, African Americans played a critical role in determining the outcome of the American Revolution. Through an examination of 18th century artists, many conclusions can be drawn. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com. 

E127:Lafayette's Plan to Invade Ireland

This week our guest is JAR contributor Jack Campbell. While his efforts to aid the Patriot cause have become legendary, the Marquis de Lafayette also had a plan to stir up an Irish rebellion. He called it the "scheme of my heart." For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com

E126: Norman Desmarais: The Gazette Francoise

This week our guest is JAR contributor Norman Desmarais. The Gazette Francoise was unique in America: a foreign newspaper published exclusively for foreign soldiers serving in the New World. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.

E125: Bill Bleyer: George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring

This week our guest is JAR contributor Bill Bleyer. Spies played an integral role in Washington’s war effort, and the Culper ring was second to none. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com

E124: Haimo Li: Article 1, Section 9, Clause 3 of the Constitution

This week our guest is JAR contributor Haimo Li. Showing great forethought, the state of Maryland outlawed ex post facto laws. This feature would later be added to the United States Constitution. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.

E123: John DeLee: Shifting Indian Policy During the Articles of Confederation Era

This week our guest is JAR contributor John DeLee. During America’s earliest years, shifting priorities and changing views made the nation’s Indian policy a fluid proposition. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.

E122: George Kotlik: Following William Bartram’s Footsteps in Florida

This week our guest is JAR contributor George Kotlik. A naturalist and explorer, William Bartram has left  enduring legacy in the state of Florida. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.

E121: Travis Copeland: The Capture of North Carolina Governor Thomas Burke

This week our guest is JAR contributor Travis Copeland. In the heat of the partisan conflict in North Carolina, Governor Thomas Burke was taken captive by loyalist rebels. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com.

E120: Robert N. Fanelli: A Fatal Dispute Among the Guards

This week our guest is JAR contributor Robert N. Fanelli. During the war, tempers flared and egos soared. In this instance, two British officers feuded until only one was left standing. For more information visit www.allthingsliberty.com