Some of the records I have been looking at this weekend relate to Irish veterans of the British Army who went on to receive pensions from the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin. During the American Revolution, American soldiers (patriots) were not professional soldiers. Just before dawn on April 19, 1775, church bells rang to sound the alarm of the approaching British Redcoats. Rebels And Redcoats: The American Revolution Through The Eyes Of Those That Fought And Lived It (Da Capo Paperback) Paperback – August 22, 1987 by George F. Scheer (Author) 4.5 out of 5 stars 34 ratings.

$13.96: $1.65: Paperback $23.99 56 Used from $1.65 18 New from … The Gentlemen Pensioners of James I (now the Gentlemen-at-Arms) had worn red with yellow feathers.

Henry spent 20 years with them, including 9 years as a corporal and 3 as a sergeant. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. They'll be found scouting ahead of the army, or guarding crucial passes, and fighting in the American fashion in dense woodland. Next deployed to the West Indies, they fought at Saint Lucia (1778). Please try again.

To find out more about who we are, what we do, and how to join, take a look at your Joining page. The Redcoats was the name given to the British soldiers in the American Revolutionary War. Henry Weir, Sligo, Co. Sligo, 17th Dragoons in America, Henry served with John Grace in the 17th Dragoons. They had little to no support in the Colonies. The redcoats initially had the upper hand but the tide soon turned. Just before dawn on April 19, 1775, church bells rang to sound the alarm of the approaching British Redcoats. John was born in Cork City around 1751. Though they moved briefly to New York in 1776, they were soon back in what would become the Sunshine State. This is good stuff, read it and enjoy. Both Generals Howe and Clinton prefered to share their social live with their respective mistresses, instead of taking decisive steps in ending this war. However, as time moved on the red coats were lined with contrasting colors and different colored  'facings' (lapels, cuffs and collars) that provided distinctive regimental uniforms. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. The Redcoats was the name given to the British soldiers in the American Revolutionary War. With the latter unit he fought at the Battles of Long Island (1776), White Plains (1776), Fort Washington (1776), Brandywine (1777) and possibly Germantown and White Marsh (both 1777). Red coat (also spelled as "redcoat") or scarlet tunic is a military garment used widely, though not exclusively worn, by most regiments of the British Army, Royal Marines, and some colonial units within the British Empire, from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Fast Facts and info about the British Redcoats, Pictures of Redcoats and their uniforms - a great history resource for kids, Social Studies Homework help for kids on the Redcoats, Redcoats - Colonial America - Soldiers - Battle - War - Battlefield - Battlefields - Conflicts - America - Facts - Great Britain - Revolution - Battles - Colonists - British - History Timeline - History - US - History - Interesting - Information - Info - Events - Dates - Short - Revolution - Battles - Kids - Children - Studies - US - United States - America - USA - English - British - Soldiers - Battle - War - Battlefield - Battlefields - Conflicts - Years - Social Studies Teaching resource - Social Studies - History - Revolutionary Battles - Revolution - Battles - Teachers - Kids - Dates - Famous Events - Colonial America - Redcoats. Many of them had seen action during the American War of Independence, so I am starting an occasional series that presents details of those whose discharge documents specifically mention that conflict. But their commanders and officers had to address the question of morale. British soldiers american revolutionary war reenactors march in formation.

Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2007. Red Coat (also Redcoat) is the historical term given to the British non-commissioned men who served during the American Revolution, between 1775 and 1783. The main red jacket of the uniform was complemented by white facings and brass buttons. As regular readers are aware, I occasionally like to dip back into Irish connections with the American Revolution. To be found guilty of stealing or desertion had only one sentence - death by hanging. Most were farmers or tradesmen. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Redcoats refer to the military dressing of the British soldiers from 17th century to the 19th century. The first uniforms were coats of Venetian red with white facings. A must for anyone interested in our amazing revolution and the men / women involved in it. There are stories that the "King's shilling" was hidden in the bottom of pewter tankards and having drunk his pint, the poor man found that he had unwittingly accepted the King's offer - this gave rise to the introduction of glass-bottomed tankards. The army had recruiting squads, who would scour the countryside and the towns and cities for potential recruits.

As a prospective member, you may choose with who your allegiance lies: with HIS MAJESTY KING GEORGE III or with the REVOLUTIONARIES of the colonies. This article on  the Redcoats provides facts and information about these British soldiers and officers: History of the Battles, Conflicts and Soldiers of the American Revolution War, The Redcoats: The American Revolutionary War, the soldiers and the famous battles of the conflict. They were paid to fight, but payment was slow in coming, and couldn’t be a primary motivation. Once the war was won, the redcoats stayed on in the colonies. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Thomas Clark, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, 15th Regiment of Foot in America. Seeing action throughout the war, the 1st held the "post of honor" on the far right flank of Wayne's Division during the Battle of Germantown in October 1777. He was a labourer when he joined up.

Roots of the madder plant were dried, crushed and hulled to produce cheap red dye which was used to color wool to make the 'Redcoats'.

During his service he spent 10 years as a private in the 14th Dragoons, and 13 years as a Sergeant in the 15th Foot (The Yorkshire East Riding Regiment from 1782). There had been instances of red military clothing pre-dating its general adoption by the New Model Army. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. This is a document of the first great war of principle as it felt and sounded to those who were there, making history.

Just as soldiers in today's armies their boost had to be highly polished, as were the brass buttons on the uniforms and their arms. During the American Revolution, the Redcoats fought the Patriots. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. While re-enactment can be expensive, we don't want the overall cost to be a barrier, so we have lots of clothing and equipment to lend, and suppliers for the budget conscious. Henry was born around 1749. Scheer and Rankin nail this book! The redcoats initially had the upper hand but the tide soon turned.

Learn more about the program. The redcoats wanted to maintain the rule of the British Empire over the Colonies. The uniforms of the Yeoman of the Guard (formed 1485) and the Yeomen Warders (also formed 1485) have traditionally been in Tudor red and gold. The regiment returned home in 1786. British Redcoats - costumed American Revolutionary War (1770's) era re-enactment. They fought in the war because they believed in the cause. A plus! Even before the War, the redcoats had arrived in the Colonies in large numbers during the French and Indian War. T' Wretched Reviewer With Malice Aforethought, All you need to know about the Revolutionary War, Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2001. Or perhaps hedge your bets and seek opportunities in other professions. These new redcoats had no choice in  the matter - the alternative was the death sentence.

Most of these men had enlisted for unlimited service, and had spent many decades in the military–often across multiple continents.

such an important part of history) get this book and "Angel in the Whirlwind" by Benson Bobrick = both are fantastic! It was around this time that the Colonies took a dislike to the British soldiers. The redcoats were often forcefully recruited into the British army. They knew the names of the heroes of previous battles and the deeds of bravery and valor. Please try again. Other portions of the regiment fought at Savannah (1779) and Pensacola (1781). When friends offered him some business opportunities back in Cork he obtained his discharge, but would later go on to serve in both the 70th and 65th Regiments of Foot. In the days of the musket and black powder the visibility on the  battlefield was quickly obscured by clouds of smoke. The centrepiece to this is our Tavern, the Cock and Bull, where people mingle, share a drink, and get involved in intrigues aplenty. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. This increasingly estranged them from the colonists. authentic reflection of the revolutionary war, Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2009. This was largely done because the red dye was cheap.

Unable to add item to List. The uniforms were inspected on a daily basis. All white facings which included the cross belt, waist belt, carriage box and gaiters had to be whitened with pipe clay. Is the landlord secretly a rebel? The High visibility of the striking Recoats was not considered a military disadvantage, quite the reverse. 16th Regiment of Foot in America.

John and his comrades in the 44th had landed in Boston in 1775, and fought at the Battle of Long Island (1776), Battle of Brandywine (1777), Battle of Germantown (1777), and the Battle of Monmouth (1778). British army on the field in a reenactment of the surrender at Yorktown Virginia 1781. The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life in the British army. Hours were spent each day ensuring that the Uniforms of the Recoats were spotless. They fought at the Battles of Long Island (1776), Fort Washington (1776), Princeton (1777), Brandywine (1777), and Germantown (1777). The uniforms of the Redcoats were inspected on a daily basis and each commander ensured his soldiers were immaculate when they went into battle. During the American Revolution, American soldiers (patriots) were not professional soldiers. Thanks to Don Troiani for the recommendation. Deployed to America in 1776, they Sylvanus fought at White Plains (1776), later being sent to the West Indies, where they were engaged at Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts. A war which seemed impossible to be won by the Americans, if not alone for the supremacy of the British army, turned around to enable the foundation of this great nation.

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Robert was born in Cork City around 1750. The redcoats were also smaller in number.

Most were farmers or tradesmen. John was described as being born in “Colerain, Antrim” around 1753. The British Army was called the Redcoats by the Americans because of the red tunics they wore.

After leaving the 44th, John played an integral role in the formation of the City of Limerick Militia. Thomas was born in Castlerea around 1745. The bright red color of the wool coats made it easier to see each other in clouds of gunpowder smoke during heavy fighting. He was recorded as having “served with great credit in the Light company during the whole of the American War”.

He spent a total of 15 years in the army, “eight years of which time he served in America in his majesty’s 38th Regiment during the later war in station of a non-commissioned officer”.



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