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Who Was the Youngest Revolutionary War Soldier or Sailor? – Public comments


Last month we asked:”Who was the youngest (verifiable) soldier or sailor of the American Revolution?”

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My 5th Great Grand Uncle, Archibald Smithson was born in 1765 aged 10 when … Continue reading


Who Was the Youngest Revolutionary War Soldier or Sailor?


In the U.S. Revolutionary War, many young boys served as soldiers or sailors. Many of them were drummers or fifers, and a few in their early teens even marched as … Continue reading


The History of Christmas Carols


Carols were first sung in Europe thousands of years ago, but these were not Christmas Carols. They were pagan songs, sung at the Winter Solstice celebration as people danced round … Continue reading