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A Barrel, a Patriot, and a Prank: The Great Gunpowder Plot of 1775

Did a Bostonian outwit the British using an empty barrel and a dash of mischief? Discover a humorous tale from the Revolution that proves wit wins wars.

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How General Charles Lee Lost His Dog and Nearly Won the Revolution

Discover the hilarious tale of General Charles Lee, his runaway dog, and how an absurd canine caper nearly changed the course of the American Revolution.

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The Revolutionary Chicken: How Fowl Play Saved the Patriots at Red Bank

Discover the hilarious true story of a runaway chicken at Fort Red Bank in 1777, and how one clucking escapee helped outfox the British. Celebrate the USA 250th with a smile!

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