A New Dawn: The United States and Britain Sign the Preliminary Articles of Peace
On this day in 1782, representatives of the United States and Britain signed the Preliminary Articles of Peace, marking a pivotal moment in history. This agreement laid the groundwork for the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which formally ended the American Revolutionary War and cemented the independence of the United States. The signing was not […]
George Washington Creates the Purple Heart
On August 7, 1782, General George Washington established the Badge of Military Merit, which would later evolve into the Purple Heart. This decoration was created to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of American soldiers during the Revolutionary War. The original Badge of Military Merit was awarded to soldiers who demonstrated extraordinary valor in combat, marking […]