Who Helped Win the Revolutionary Way — Farmers or Soldiers?
In Who Helped Win the Revolutionary Way — Farmers or Soldiers?, historian Lucy Worsley investigates whether local militia or trained soldiers helped win the War of Independence and why the army disbanded when the war was won. This video is excerpted from BBC's American History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley, in which Worsley reveals the myths and manipulations behind American history.
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Q: During the Revolutionary War, why it was necessary for everyone to own their own musket?
A: It was necessary for many Americans to own their own musket during the Revolutionary War because most of the soldiers were part of local militias made up of farmers and everyday citizens. These militias were not professional armies, so the individuals were responsible for providing their own weapons and supplies.
Q: What is important about the "Concord Hymn" by Ralph Waldo Emerson?
A: The "Concord Hymn" is important because it reflects the ideals of the American Revolution. Emerson's poem honors the bravery of the militia and the idea that the fight for liberty was both a sacred and historic cause.
Q: What is the danger of keeping a professional army around after the war?
A: The danger of keeping a professional army around after the war is that it could lead to the concentration of too much power in the hands of the military, potentially threatening the democratic principles of the new nation. The fear behind a permanent military force is that it could become a tool of tyranny and undermine the rights of the people.
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