The Revolutionary War You Don’t See in the Movies

Behind every musket shot and cannon blast of the American Revolution was a hidden war of logistics. In this episode, we dig into the challenges of keeping an army alive and armed in the late 18th century. From foreign cannons and muskets shipped across the Atlantic, to the deadly spread of smallpox and the risky practice of inoculation, the Continental Army faced battles off the battlefield that were just as critical as the ones on it. We’ll also explore artillery operations, tactical myths, and how British and American strategies collided in ways more nuanced than the Hollywood version of the Revolution.Join us as we unpack the supply lines, medical struggles, and strategies that shaped the fight for independence.