Stories of American History Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:48:13 -0400 http://www.mossyfeetbooks.com en-us © 2026 Stories of American History yes 2cfe6740-a2d7-55da-b14b-e97a3a8228cb Paul Wonning episodic false The United States History Series chronicles the fascinating story of this great nation, the United States  of America. From the early documents to the struggles of the Revolutionary war readers of the books in the series will learn momentous events that led to the formation of the nation. It is truly the greatest story ever told. 


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) united, states, history, timeline, colonial, american, Paul Wonning https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b6bfp1drr337i0l3nb7oxwi4qsi2?.jpg Stories of American History http://www.mossyfeetbooks.com John Dickinson Submits the Articles of Confederation John Dickinson Submits the Articles of Confederation John Dickinson Submits the Articles of Confederation
During this tumultuous week Continental Congressman John Dickinson submitted the first draft of the United State's first form of government, the Articles of Confederation
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]]> John Dickinson Submits the Articles of Confederation
During this tumultuous week Continental Congressman John Dickinson submitted the first draft of the United State's first form of government, the Articles of Confederation
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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19493294 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 515 full false Council of War at Crown Point Council of War at Crown Point Council of War at Crown Point
Greetings, today I will talk about a council of war held at Crown Point in New York.
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]]> Council of War at Crown Point
Greetings, today I will talk about a council of war held at Crown Point in New York.
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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19459127 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 359 full false New Book Release - The American Revolution - 1776 New Book Release - The American Revolution - 1776 The colonies suffered emotional ebbs and flows as the fateful year of 1776 unfolded. In the north the British army drove the American invasion force slowly back south. Henry Knox struggled over icy rivers and frozen terrain as he hauled his "Noble Train of Artillery," south to aid Washington's siege of Boston. When he arrived, Washington used Knox's hard-fought cannon to force General Howe to abandon Boston. Elation swept the new nation as July 4 brought in the long-anticipated Declaration of Independence. Elation turned to despair as the British invaded New York and slowly drove Washington's inexperienced army to the brink of disaster, starting with the Battle of Long Island. 

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]]> The colonies suffered emotional ebbs and flows as the fateful year of 1776 unfolded. In the north the British army drove the American invasion force slowly back south. Henry Knox struggled over icy rivers and frozen terrain as he hauled his "Noble Train of Artillery," south to aid Washington's siege of Boston. When he arrived, Washington used Knox's hard-fought cannon to force General Howe to abandon Boston. Elation swept the new nation as July 4 brought in the long-anticipated Declaration of Independence. Elation turned to despair as the British invaded New York and slowly drove Washington's inexperienced army to the brink of disaster, starting with the Battle of Long Island. 

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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19431930 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 100 full false Independence Day Independence Day Independence Day

Greetings, today I will talk about the evolution of the Declaration of Independence in honor of the nation's 250th birthday.
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]]> Independence Day

Greetings, today I will talk about the evolution of the Declaration of Independence in honor of the nation's 250th birthday.
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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19426229 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 583 full false Battle of Sullivan's Island Battle of Sullivan's Island Battle of Sullivan's Island
Greetings, today I will talk about one of the most important battles that took place during the early years of the American Revolution, the Battle of Sullivan's Island near Charleston, South Carolina. South Carolina at the time was the riches of the 13 colonies and supplied most of rice and indigo for the colonies. 
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]]> Battle of Sullivan's Island
Greetings, today I will talk about one of the most important battles that took place during the early years of the American Revolution, the Battle of Sullivan's Island near Charleston, South Carolina. South Carolina at the time was the riches of the 13 colonies and supplied most of rice and indigo for the colonies. 
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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19425600 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 639 full false Clearing the Last Ships From Boston Harbor Clearing the Last Ships From Boston Harbor Clearing the Last Ships From Boston Harbor

Greetings, today the author talks about how General Benjamin Lincoln cleared the last British ships from Boston Harbor and other important events of the week of June 14 - 20.
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]]> Clearing the Last Ships From Boston Harbor

Greetings, today the author talks about how General Benjamin Lincoln cleared the last British ships from Boston Harbor and other important events of the week of June 14 - 20.
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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19355987 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 322 full false June 7, 1776 - Richard Henry Lee Introduced Resolution for Declaration of Independence June 7, 1776 - Richard Henry Lee Introduced Resolution for Declaration of Independence June 7, 1776 - Richard Henry Lee Introduced Resolution for Declaration of Independence
This week the author discusses the events of the week of June 7 - 13. This was the week that Richard Henry Lee introduced the Resolution of Declaration of Independence to Congress. 

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]]> June 7, 1776 - Richard Henry Lee Introduced Resolution for Declaration of Independence
This week the author discusses the events of the week of June 7 - 13. This was the week that Richard Henry Lee introduced the Resolution of Declaration of Independence to Congress. 

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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19320630 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 340 full false Thomas Hickey Joins Conspiracy to Kill Washington Thomas Hickey Joins Conspiracy to Kill Washington Thomas Hickey Joins Conspiracy to Kill Washington
Today I will talk about the beginning of the plot to assassinate, or kidnap, General George Washington. I will also relate some of the other events that happed that week. To read the full versions, purchase and read my book, The American Revolution - 1776.
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United State History Series
You can enjoy the preceding book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "United States History Series" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 

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]]> Thomas Hickey Joins Conspiracy to Kill Washington
Today I will talk about the beginning of the plot to assassinate, or kidnap, General George Washington. I will also relate some of the other events that happed that week. To read the full versions, purchase and read my book, The American Revolution - 1776.
It is part of the
United State History Series
You can enjoy the preceding book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "United States History Series" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 

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]]> Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19282042 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 392 full false A Busy Week During the Revolution A Busy Week During the Revolution

  • A Busy Week During the Revolution
    Greetings, today I will relate a series of events in May 1776.
    No big events occurred during the week of May 24 - 31, however a potpourri of smaller, consequential events took place that would have important results later on.
    This an excerpt from my book, 1776.
    The book is now finished and is available on Amazon in softbound, ebook and audio book formats.
     It is part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    You can enjoy the preceding book 1775, which is available on the website,

    This an excerpt from his book, 1776. 

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    ]]>

  • A Busy Week During the Revolution
    Greetings, today I will relate a series of events in May 1776.
    No big events occurred during the week of May 24 - 31, however a potpourri of smaller, consequential events took place that would have important results later on.
    This an excerpt from my book, 1776.
    The book is now finished and is available on Amazon in softbound, ebook and audio book formats.
     It is part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    You can enjoy the preceding book 1775, which is available on the website,

    This an excerpt from his book, 1776. 

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    ]]>     Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19243109 Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 361 full false     The Road to Independence - Forming Local Governments The Road to Independence - Forming Local Governments The Road to Independence  - Forming Local Governments
    Today the author talks about the steps Congress and Virginia took to replace the governance provided by the Royal Governors, who had either deserted the colony they governed or had become largely impotent.
    This an excerpt from his book, 1776.
    The book is in the final edit phase and publishing will begin on May 11
     It will be part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

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    ]]>     The Road to Independence  - Forming Local Governments
    Today the author talks about the steps Congress and Virginia took to replace the governance provided by the Royal Governors, who had either deserted the colony they governed or had become largely impotent.
    This an excerpt from his book, 1776.
    The book is in the final edit phase and publishing will begin on May 11
     It will be part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

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    ]]>     Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19165352 Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 557 full false     General Charles Cornwallis Arrives America General Charles Cornwallis Arrives America General Charles Cornwallis Arrives America
    Today the author talks about General Cornwallis' arrival in America and some of the other events of May 2 through May 9.
    This an excerpt from his book, 1776.
    The book is in the final edit phase and publishing will begin on May 11
     It will be part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

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    ]]>     General Charles Cornwallis Arrives America
    Today the author talks about General Cornwallis' arrival in America and some of the other events of May 2 through May 9.
    This an excerpt from his book, 1776.
    The book is in the final edit phase and publishing will begin on May 11
     It will be part of the
    Time Line of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

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    ]]>     Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19128545 Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 443 full false     The First Thirteen Colonies The First Thirteen Colonies The First Thirteen Colonies
    Greetings, today I will move away temporarily from our recounting of the events of 1776 and I will talk about my newest book, The First 13, available now on Amazon as well as other online book retailers. 
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    ]]>     The First Thirteen Colonies
    Greetings, today I will move away temporarily from our recounting of the events of 1776 and I will talk about my newest book, The First 13, available now on Amazon as well as other online book retailers. 
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    ]]>     Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19091241 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 415 full false     Britain Hires German Mercenaries Britain Hires German Mercenaries Greetings, today I will talk about the Germans agreeing to send mercenary troops to the colonies to fight the American rebels.

    This is an excerpt from my book, 1776.
    I have finished the book and am in the editing phase. I hope to release it in Mid May.
    Timeline of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left-hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

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    ]]>     Greetings, today I will talk about the Germans agreeing to send mercenary troops to the colonies to fight the American rebels.

    This is an excerpt from my book, 1776.
    I have finished the book and am in the editing phase. I hope to release it in Mid May.
    Timeline of United States History Series
    Meanwhile, you can enjoy the book 1775, which is available on the website, www.mossyfeetbooks.com.  Just click the "Timeline of United States History" on the lower left-hand side of the home page. 
    A box set that includes all six volumes of the series is available at that link at an economical price.  

    The Author's Website
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    ]]>     Paul Wonning Buzzsprout-19053651 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 445 full false