The Massacre at Hancock’s Bridge
On March 21, 1778, during the American Revolutionary War, British troops and Loyalist militia conducted a brutal massacre at Hancock’s Bridge in New Jersey. The attack resulted in the deaths of numerous Patriots, including local militiamen and civilians. The Hancock’s Bridge massacre further fueled the tensions between Patriots and Loyalists, escalating the conflict in the […]
Captain James Cook Discovers the Hawaiian Islands
On January 18th, 1778, the renowned explorer Captain James Cook became the first European to discover the Hawaiian Islands. His voyages significantly expanded the known map of the Pacific.