The anonymous plot to oust George Washington as commander-in-chief

While Washington and the Continental Army struggled at Valley Forge, ambitious officers tried to oust him as commander-in-chief. In the winter of 1777-1778, the American Revolution faced one of its ...

America250: How York and the Continental Congress shaped the nation

At the start of the revolutionary war in 1777 and 1778, York was the capital of the United States, and for nine months, the Continential Congress would make som ...
WDBJ

This Day in History: Continental Congress ratifies Treaty of Paris

The Continental Congress ratified the Treaty of Paris. This action resulted in the United States becoming an independent and sovereign nation. The treaty gave the the green light that America is a ...
Washington Examiner

On This Day: The Tory Act

The following is the first installment of “On This Day,” a new series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men ...