America at 250: the Britons who supported the War of Independence

America’s struggle for independence from Britain was supported by some highly influential thinkers in 18th-century Britain.

15 Facts About the American Revolutionary War That Help Explain U.S. Independence

Discover 16 facts about the Revolutionary War that help explain how the United States achieved independence. Learn about American history.
Yahoo

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Declaration of Independence did more than assert the Colonies' independence from Britain. iStock/Getty Images Plus A crowd ...
Los Angeles Times

The Revolutionary War’s chief villain is being rehabilitated — just in time for America’s 250th

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. As the U.S. nears its 250th birthday, “Mad” King George III, long cast as the Revolution’s deranged villain, is ...
UPI

On This Day: Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown, ending Revolutionary War

Oct. 19 (UPI) --On this date in history: In 1781, Britain's Lord Charles Cornwallis surrendered with more than 7,000 troops to Gen. George Washington at Yorktown, Va., effectively ending the American ...
The New York Times

Museums Tell Stories of American Independence

Before the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, exhibitions and events in many states offer a variety of voices and views. By John Hanc Reporting from Richmond, Va.

Versailles opens gallery for 250th anniversary of US independence

This gallery, due to open on Saturday 4 July, brings together paintings, sculptures and portraits from the château’s ...