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August 21, 1775: Rhode Island Cracks Down

August 21, 1775: Rhode Island Cracks Down

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August 21, 20251m 56s

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Cover art for August 21, 1775: Public requisition of supplies for the Continental Army. Source unknown, via Wikimedia Commons.

We have two events taking place on this day. First, Rhode Island allows the death penalty for certain activities at sea.

Next, word goes out that the Continental Army is in need of supplies…lots of supplies. It’s looking like General Washington isn’t seeing an end to the Siege of Boston anytime soon.

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