Episode 28: The Shot Heard 'Round the World

Growing Patriots · Episode 29- Shot Heard Round The World

The first shot is fired and revolution is on! It's one of the most important shots ever fired- but who fired it? Why? How was it heard around the world?
Since we recorded this in the middle of a pandemic, Amelia is going solo for this quick minisode.

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Episode 27: The Importance of Words

Words were a huge part of how America became free. Pamphlets, speeches, letters, and documents changed people's minds, but they were also dangerous! Today, we're joined by a free expression expert to talk about what words did to make us free- and why that still matters.

Growing Patriots · Episode 28-The Importance Of Words

 

Learn how books and pamphlets were printed in the colonial era: 

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An example of a speech that got people excited about freedom- and on that was very dangerous to make!

Episode 26: Paul Revere's Midnight Ride

"The British are coming!"

Is that really what Paul Revere said? Who was with him? In this episode, we find out what happened on the night of April 18, 1775- and what it meant for American history. We're joined by Emily Holmes, education director at Paul Revere House for all the details. 

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Source: Patriotic coloring pages

Episode 25: Christmas During the American Revolution

What was Christmas like during the time of the American Revolution? Did soldiers have time to celebrate? What about people at home? We have a special guest from Meadow Garden House in Georgia, where one of the youngest signers of the Declaration of Independence lived. 

 

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Episode 24: Revolutionary Thanksgiving

How was Thanksgiving celebrated at the time of the American Revolution? Did soldiers celebrate differently than civilians? In this special episode, we find out!

Meet our special guest Lars Hedbor!