American History Hit French Spies in the American Revolution
Mar 30, 2023
The podcast explores the role of French spies in the American Revolution and how their involvement helped tip the balance in favor of the rebellion against British rule. It discusses the intrigue surrounding a specific spy sent to America, the motives of key players like Ben Franklin and John Jay, and the challenges faced by the colonists in convincing France to support their cause. The enigmatic French spy, Bonnevous l'ois, and France's crucial role in the American Revolution are also explored.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Portraying Historical Figures in Historic Philadelphia
03:50 • 7min
Merchants, Quakers, and the American Revolution
11:19 • 5min
French Spy in the American Revolution
16:09 • 8min
The Growing Pains of the American Revolution
23:41 • 3min
French Spies and the Crucial Role of France in the American Revolution
27:05 • 4min