Primary Sources: America (U.S.A.) History

https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/research-guides/america-west-indies-calendar-state-papers-colonial-1573-1739/

From the Massachusetts Historical Society

Part of the Internet Modern History Sourcebook from Fordham University

"The Atlantic Canada Portal maintains the Atlantic Canada Virtual Archives (ACVA), a virtual archive of primary source material relating to the Atlantic Provinces. Each collection features digitized documents and images, accompanied by learning activities and commentary, of interest to a wide range of readers."

performed by House, Wallace (Folkways Records, FW02151)

"This online exhibition of letters and audio, created by the Gilder Lehrman Institute and the Legacy Project, features correspondence from over 200 years of American conflicts, ranging from the Revolution to the war in Iraq. This exhibition uses the words of famous generals and lesser-known troops, as well as parents, sweethearts, and children, to explore such themes as leaving home, life in the military, the pride and worries of those left behind, and ultimate sacrifice. "

Explore this website to learn "how Canada became the home of the first settlements of free blacks outside Africa." Includes a section of documents.

Explore this website to learn "how Canada became the home of the first settlements of free blacks outside Africa." Includes a section of documents.

Includes items such as petitions, writings, and images.

https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/research-guides/america-west-indies-calendar-state-papers-colonial-1573-1739/

Collections of the Massachusetts Historical Society contains a variety of letters, diaries and other papers relating to early America and the Revolution; mainly focused on New England colonies, but other colonies are also mentioned.

With Historical Narration, Disc 1 performed by McNeil, Keith & McNeil, Rusty (WEM Records, WEMCD503A)

Includes a variety of documents, photos, maps and audio related to the state of Delaware.

Online texts of books, pamphlets, and broadsides known to have been printed in the U.S. between 1640 and 1821.

"During the American Revolution Thomas Paine penned a patriotic song called “Hail Great Republic” which is to be sung to the tune of Rule Britannia (of course!) (1776)"

Over 20,000 thousand letters and documents in relation with the birth of Canada and the United-States of America

"include the Archive of Early American Images, the Map Collection, and the Political Cartoon Collection. These image collections assist scholars in their quest for contemporary images to illustrate their research and to facilitate the study of historical images in their own right. They are also a unique resource for picture researchers, documentary filmmakers, and others looking for material for commercial use. Many of these American images have never been reproduced before."

"Many factors contributed to the eventual success of the American colonies as they revolted against British rule. American leadership, the timely support of international allies, and international respect and recognition played major roles in the struggle for independence. Several documents and engravings held by the National Archives help to illustrate these important factors that led to the founding of the United States. "

A site provided by the Central Intelligence Agency.

A list of documents from the time period that can be located in various digital collections within the Library of Congress.

A list of documents from the time period that can be located in various digital collections within the Library of Congress.

"The digital collections of the Library of Congress contain a wide variety of material associated with the American Revolution, including manuscripts, broadsides, government documents, books, and maps. This guide compiles links to digital materials related to the American Revolution that are available throughout the Library of Congress Web site. In addition, it provides links to external Web sites focusing on the American Revolution and a bibliography containing selections for both general and younger readers."

"The Harriet Irving Library at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, N.B. is a repository of Loyalist resources which is unique in Canada. The Loyalist Collection contains microfilm of British, North American Colonial, and early Canadian primary sources from approximately 1740 - 1870, with the chief focus being the American Revolution, and the early years of Loyalist settlement in British North America. "

"MAKING THE REVOLUTION presents an expansive collection of primary sources to enhance classroom study of the American Revolutionary period from 1763 to 1791 (the end of the French and Indian War to the adoption of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights). Many of the resources have not been available before in an open collection for classroom use." America in Class® from the National Humanities Center

"MAKING THE REVOLUTION presents an expansive collection of primary sources to enhance classroom study of the American Revolutionary period from 1763 to 1791 (the end of the French and Indian War to the adoption of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights). Many of the resources have not been available before in an open collection for classroom use." America in Class® from the National Humanities Center

A site provided by the National Archives for researching the American Revolution.

"The Online Library of Liberty is particularly strong in its collection of material covering the American Revolution, the creation of the Constitution, and the Early Republic. This reflects the interest the Liberty Fund has in the ideals of individual liberty and limited government and the belief that these ideals motivated the men and women who took part in the creation of the American Republic."

"The Online Library of Liberty is particularly strong in its collection of material covering the American Revolution, the creation of the Constitution, and the Early Republic. This reflects the interest the Liberty Fund has in the ideals of individual liberty and limited government and the belief that these ideals motivated the men and women who took part in the creation of the American Republic."

United States
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives, British
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Burgoyne's Invasion, 1777
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Canada
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives British
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Canada Description and travel
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Participation, German
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United States Description and travel Early works to 1800
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North Carolina
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American loyalists
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North Carolina History Revolution, 1775-1783
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 British forces
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États-Unis
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États-Unis Histoire 1775-1783 (Révolution) Récits personnels britanniques
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Carleton's Invasion, 1776
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Campaigns
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Concord, Battle of, Concord, Mass., 1775
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Fanning, David
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Great Britain
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Sources
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American loyalists North Carolina Biography
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Caroline du Nord
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Fanning, David, 1756?-1825
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Havana (Cuba)
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Havana (Cuba) History Siege, 1762
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Lexington, Battle of, Lexington, Mass., 1775
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Loyalistes américains
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Printing
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Prisoners and prisons
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American loyalists North Carolina

United States
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives, British
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Burgoyne's Invasion, 1777
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New York (State)
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Participation, German
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Canada
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Campaigns
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États-Unis
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United States Politics and government 1789-1809
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Burr, Aaron
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Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Prisoners and prisons
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Canadian Invasion, 1775-1776
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Soldiers
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Naval operations
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New York (State) Politics and government 1775-1865
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United States Description and travel Early works to 1800
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États-Unis Histoire 1775-1783 (Révolution) Récits personnels
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Pennsylvania
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Biography
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Canada Description and travel
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives British
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Washington, George
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American loyalists
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United States Description and travel
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Boston (Mass.)
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Indian captivities
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Pennsylvania History Revolution, 1775-1783
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United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Sources
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"Showcases the complete collection of 462 political cartoons held by the Library. The subject matter focuses primarily on British responses to political events in the late-eighteenth century Atlantic world."

On the commencement of actual war, the women of America manifested a firm resolution to contribute as much as could depend on them, to the deliverance of their country.
Part of An American Time Capsule: Three Centuries of Broadsides and Other Printed Ephemera

"The Skipwith Revolutionary War Collection consists primarily of the papers of Nathanael Greene, Major-General of the Continental Army. During the latter years of the war, Greene commanded the Southern Army, which had suffered from weaker commanders."

"TeachingAmericanHistory.org is a project of the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University. The Ashbrook Center is an independent, non-partisan non-profit, the mission of which is to restore and strengthen the capacities of the American people for constitutional self-government. To fulfill this mission, Ashbrook offers educational programs for students, teachers, and citizens."

February 6, 1778

The place of the Bible in American society during the 19th and early 20th centuries

A very small collection of rare items