American Colonial History

Uncover the untold stories and dark secrets of America's colonial past that shaped the nation in ways you never imagined.

A Revolutionary in Another Era: The Life and Legacy of Valentine Hollingsworth

KC Fairlight

Valentine Hollingsworth might sound like a character from a romantic novel, but he was a real person whose life of adventure and change influenced early America. From Ireland to Pennsylvania, Hollingsworth’s pursuit of freedom was marked by challenges and notable contributions.

Unraveling the Mystery of the Long Cane Massacre Site

Martin Sparks

The Long Cane Massacre Site in South Carolina reveals a pivotal moment in American colonial history marked by conflict between Cherokee warriors and settlers during the Anglo-Cherokee War.

Bacon's Rebellion: The Spark that Ignited Colonial America

Martin Sparks

Bacon's Rebellion, an uprising in 1676 Virginia, saw Nathaniel Bacon challenging the governance of William Berkeley, igniting significant debates on authority and equity in colonial America.