University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Robert E. Lee (1 19 1807 10 12 1870)
For some the man Robert E. Lee is an almost god like figure. For others he is a paradox. Robert E. Lee was born on January 19, 1807 at Stratford, Virginia. Robert was the fourth child of a Revolutionary War hero Henry "Light Horse Harry"...
Library of Congress
Loc: Nathanael Greene Was Born
A note on Nathanael Greene, a friend of George Washington's and a Revolutionary War hero.
A&E Television
History.com: Why Did Benedict Arnold Betray America?
Historians offer up many explanations, including that the Revolutionary War general may have had some self-esteem issues as a child and young man. Benedict Arnold was once a patriotic war hero valued by George Washington and admired by...
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New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources: Major General John Stark
Major General John Stark, one of the heroes of the Revolutionary War, is featured with a concise biography.
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Arlington National Cemetery: History of Arlington National Cemetery
The National Cemetery site gives information about the famous, and not-so-well-known people who are buried there: war heroes, presidents, chief justices, explorers, historical figures, etc.
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More or Less: Heroes and Killers: Ho Chi Minh
A comprehensive biography of the Vietnamese revolutionary Ho Chi Minh. Organized in a timeline form which allows readers to jump different periods of his life quickly.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Margaret Cochran Corbin
A hero of the American Revolution, Margaret Cochran Corbin was the first woman to receive a military pension.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Belarus: History
A brief but informative look at the history of Belarus. Find out what Revolutionary War hero was born there. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Nathan Hale
A short biographical sketch of Nathan Hale, Revolutionary spy and hero. Includes links to several pictures, and information about the siege of Boston, in which Hale participated.
Library of Congress
Loc: Jose Marti
Detailed biography of Jose Marti and his work. Be sure to check out the external links on the bottom of the page for more in-depth information about the time period of the Spanish-American War. The chronology link in particular is great.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Archiving Early America: Enigma of Benedict Arnold
Interesting biographical information about this man who was a hero for both sides in the same war. However, he is remembered for being a military traitor, not a hero. This article delves into the reasons behind his act of treason.
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Military Women Veterans
Captain Barb has taken it upon herself to report about women in the military, and we are glad she does. Her website begins with Revolutionary War Women and continues to present day everyday-women heroes in the military. She includes...