American Revolution

Today In History: October 22

October 22, 1962, JFK told the American public about the Cuban Missile Crisis.

October 19, 1781, Lord Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown.

October 17, 1777, General John Burgoyne surrendered after the Second Battle of Saratoga.

September 25, 1777, Philadelphia was occupied by British troops during the American Revolution.

September 22, 1776, American soldier Nathan Hale was executed by hanging.

September 19, 1796, George Washington’s farewell address was published in the American Daily Advertiser.

Song Seven: You’ll Be Back

Song Six: Farmer Refuted

Song Five: The Schuyler Sisters

July 11, 1804, the Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton duel took place.