History That Doesn't Suck 7: An Olive Branch Rejected, Tom's a Royal Pain(e), & the Siege of Boston
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Dec 4, 2017 Join Thomas Paine, a key revolutionary thinker, and Aaron Burr, a military officer, as they dive into the explosive tensions leading up to the American Revolution. Paine critiques King George III in his viral pamphlet, Common Sense, while Burr witnesses the tragic death of General Montgomery in Quebec. They reflect on the brutal Battle of Bunker Hill, where the cost of conflict becomes painfully clear. Together, they explore the futile Olive Branch Petition and the growing divide among the colonies, setting the stage for inevitable rebellion.
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Prescott's Bravery at Bunker Hill
- At Bunker Hill, Prescott inspired his men by standing atop the redoubt wall, exposed to enemy fire.
- The Patriots inflicted heavy casualties on the British, but ran out of ammunition and were defeated.
Bunker Hill's Pyrrhic Victory
- Bunker Hill was a pyrrhic victory for the British, costing them over 1,000 casualties.
- The battle included the death of Dr. Joseph Warren, whom General Howe considered a significant loss.
Black Patriot's Valor
- A free black man, possibly Peter Salem or Salem Poor, may have killed Major Pitcairn at Bunker Hill.
- Salem Poor's bravery was acknowledged by Patriot leaders, though he received no official reward.