American Revolution Podcast

Michael Troy

American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week's episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com read less

Our Editor's Take

The American Revolution Podcast is a fascinating historical podcast. It takes listeners on an immersive journey through the Revolutionary War era. Amateur historian Michael Troy hosts the show. This podcast provides a detailed and chronological account of that era. This is one of America's most significant periods, so the show is a great listen. Troy says that he came up with the idea after hearing Mike Duncan's The History of Rome podcast. He wanted to do something similar, but with early American history.

The American Revolution Podcast started in 2017. It starts before the war and details everything leading up to it. The podcast transports listeners on a journey to America's beginnings. The show examines figures like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. Other, lesser-known figures in that era get discussed as well.

Troy uses primary sources like letters written at the time or diaries kept by soldiers. These provide authentic insights into what life was like for those involved in this historic event. Each American Revolution Podcast episode talks about a specific topic. The show pays great attention towards military strategy in the war. The podcast explains battles fought between British forces against colonial militias. Lexington, Concord, and Yorktown are some of the locations discussed on this podcast.

One unique aspect about this show is how it explains lesser-known stories. The American Revolution Podcast provides context around why certain decisions got made. This helps explain what led to the revolution. The podcast combines an engaging storytelling style with meticulous research. It is a good choice for anyone wanting to learn more about American history. The show also strives for accuracy in each episode. New episodes debut each week. Troy plans on seeing this project through the end of the war and beyond.

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Episode 001: Introduction
Jul 16 2017
Episode 001: Introduction
Today I begin the American Revolution Podcast. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmrevPodcast.blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episodes

Episode 001: Introduction
Jul 16 2017
Episode 001: Introduction
Today I begin the American Revolution Podcast. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmrevPodcast.blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 002: American Background
Jul 24 2017
Episode 002: American Background
Background on the American Colonies. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 003: British Background
Jul 30 2017
Episode 003: British Background
Background on the American Colonies. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 004: Britain, France, and the Indians
Aug 6 2017
Episode 004: Britain, France, and the Indians
Britain and France had spent the prior century in almost continuous fighting. In American, Native tribes attempted to play off the two European powers against one another, while engaging in their own power struggles with neighboring tribes. Today's episode looks at the power dynamics in play before the outbreak of the French and Indian War.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 005: Jumonville & Fort Necessity
Aug 13 2017
Episode 005: Jumonville & Fort Necessity
Virginia sends a young man named George Washington into the Ohio Valley to challenge the French. There, he starts a world war.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 006: British Take Charge: Battle of the Monongahela
Aug 20 2017
Episode 006: British Take Charge: Battle of the Monongahela
Britain sends Gen. Braddock to America to recapture the Ohio Valley in 1755. He meets the French and Indians at the Battle of the Monongahela.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 007: Acadia, Lake George, and Loudoun
Aug 27 2017
Episode 007: Acadia, Lake George, and Loudoun
The British expel the French inhabitants, of Acadia. The French and British fight over Lake George. Britain gets a new Prime Minister, the Duke of New Castle. Lord Loudoun arrives in America as the new British miltiary commander.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 008: Surrender of Fort Oswego
Sep 3 2017
Episode 008: Surrender of Fort Oswego
The French go on the offensive, capturing Forts Ontario and Oswego. The British retreat, ceding much of upper New York to the French and their Indian allies. Various tribes also move aggressively to push British colonists out of the Ohio Valley.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 009: Fort William Henry Massacre & Rise of William Pitt
Sep 10 2017
Episode 009: Fort William Henry Massacre & Rise of William Pitt
The French offensive continues in 1757 as Gen. Montcalm takes Fort William Henry. France's Indian allies massacre part of the British and colonial garrison. In London, the King gives William Pitt a chance to turn around the war with new strategies.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 010: New British Strategy & Attack on Fort Carillon
Sep 17 2017
Episode 010: New British Strategy & Attack on Fort Carillon
After continuing defeats, Britain changes leaders. It also adopts a new strategy for encouraging British colonial support for the war in North America. Gen. Abercromby's army assaults Fort Carillon at Ticonderoga. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 011: Louisbourg, Frontenac, & Treaty of Easton
Sep 24 2017
Episode 011: Louisbourg, Frontenac, & Treaty of Easton
Gen. Amherst captures Louisbourg in Britain's first major victory of the French and Indian War. The British follow up with a successful raid on Fort Frontenac. In Pennsylvania, the British sign the Treaty of Eastong. This ends most of the military opposition of Indians in the Ohio Valley.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 012: The Fall of Forts Duquesne, Niagara, and Carillon
Oct 1 2017
Episode 012: The Fall of Forts Duquesne, Niagara, and Carillon
After convincing most Indians to abandon the French in the Ohio Valley, the British take Fort Duquesne at the end of 1758. Gen. Amherst takes command of British forces for the 1759 fighting season, capturing Forts Niagara and Carillion as well. Fort Duquesne becomes Fort Pitt. Fort Carillion becomes Fort Ticonderoga.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 013: The Battle of Quebec
Oct 8 2017
Episode 013: The Battle of Quebec
British Gen. Wolfe defeats French Gen. Montcalm on the Plains of Abraham in 1759. The British capture the key city of Quebec.  For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 014: Canada Becomes British & Britain Gets King George III
Oct 15 2017
Episode 014: Canada Becomes British & Britain Gets King George III
The British Army in America captures the final concentration of French forces at Montreal in 1760. This effectively ends major combat operations in North America. With the death of his grandfather, 22 year old King George III claims the throne.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 015: Cherokee Uprising, Fighting in West Indies & Spain joins the War.
Oct 22 2017
Episode 015: Cherokee Uprising, Fighting in West Indies & Spain joins the War.
The Cherokee go to war against the settlers in the Carolinas who are encroaching on their land. Britain captures French colonies in the West Indies (what we today call the Caribbean). Newcastle and Pitt leave the government as the Earl of Bute takes charge. Spain finally joins France in the war against Britain, only to lose some of its own colonies.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 016: Treaty of Paris & Wilkes Affair
Oct 29 2017
Episode 016: Treaty of Paris & Wilkes Affair
The French try for one last land claim in North America at the Battle of Signal Hill. Following the end of combat, the British army in America shrinks, removing men and money from the colonies. Britain finally ends the Seven Years War with France and Spain through the Treaty of Paris in 1763. British politician John Wilkes learns the hard way that although the King has gotten involved in politics, you cannot criticize the King like any other politician. He goes on to become a hero for the cause of British liberities.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 017: Parsons Cause, Bishops, and Trade
Nov 5 2017
Episode 017: Parsons Cause, Bishops, and Trade
As the Seven Years War comes to an end, Britain and her colonies begin bickering over issues unrelated to the war. In Virginia, a new lawyer named Patrick Henry convinces a jury not to pay ministers the wage required under the law. The Archbishop of Canterbury is thwarted in his attempts to force New England to accept an Anglican Bishop. James Otis Jr. becomes an early advocate against the enforcement of trade tariffs through the use of general warrants.   For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 018: Pontiac's War
Nov 12 2017
Episode 018: Pontiac's War
By 1763, France has left Canada after losing the the French and Indian war. British soldiers and colonists continue to occupy land west of the Allegheny mountains in violation of promises. To save money, Britain stops making annual gifts to the tribes. The Indian tribes unite and rise up against these continuing violations of treaties. The tribes seize multiple forts and besiege others. Soldiers and colonists hunker down in forts, flee the region, or die horrible deaths. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 019: Suppressing the Indians
Nov 19 2017
Episode 019: Suppressing the Indians
In 1764, in response to the Native American attacks known as Pontiac's War, the colonists strike back at the Indians, killing the guilty and innocent alike. Gen. Amherst approves use of smallpox against the Indians. He proposes a campaign of terror and slaughter against the tribes. At the insistence of Indian agent Sir William Johnson, London recalls Amherst, leaving Gen. Thomas Gage in charge. Gage follows through on Amherst's attack plan, sending out two expeditions to destroy Indian villages and kill anyone they find, taking no prisoners. By the time the expeditions leave in the summer of 1764, the leaders find almost all tribes ready to settle. Indian attempts to bring the French back into the fight have failed. Most Chiefs realize they cannot continue the war. The Treaty of Niagara returns the Seneca to peace. Other tribes request diplomatic negotiations, eventually resulting in the Treaty of Fort Ontario in 1766. This Treaty recognizes British rule as far west as the Mississippi River. Meanwhile, King George III issues the Royal Proclamation of 1763, requiring all British colonial settlements to remain east of the Allegheny mountains, thus forbidding westward colonial expansion. The colonists strongly oppose this restriction. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 020: The Sugar Act & Currency Act of 1764
Nov 26 2017
Episode 020: The Sugar Act & Currency Act of 1764
In 1764, with Britain under a massive debt from the Seven Years War and with increased costs of maintaining its new colonies, the Grenville Ministry passes the Sugar Act to raise revenue from the colonists. The Act itself actually cuts tariff rates, but also institutes enforcement measures to ensure the colonists cannot evade the taxes as easily as they did in the past. Parliament also passes the Quartering Act, to make colonies pay for the quartering of British Regulars within their borders, whether they are there to protect the colonists or to enforce tariff and trade laws. For more text, pictures, maps, and sources, please visit my site at AmRevPodcast.Blogspot.com.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices