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Paul revere 1735 - 1818

Learn about Paul Revere, a commissioned major of infantry in 1776, famous for his midnight ride during the Revolutionary War. Discover his family life, role in the Battle of Rhode Island, and craftsmanship in silversmithing. Made by Troy Barrett.

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Paul revere 1735 - 1818

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  1. Paul revere 1735 - 1818 12/15/11 Troy .R. Barrett

  2. WAR YEARS • Revere was commissioned as major of infantry on April of 1776

  3. MIDNIGHT RIDE • Paul Revere was captured in Concord , so William Dawes finished the ride for him . Dawes was also captured by Redcoats

  4. Silversmith years He was a master engraver and a good one ,too. He was not like all the other engravers at the time. He even engraved his own pieces .

  5. Family life and importance • Paul Revere’s first wife was Sarah Orne . They had 8 children , but only 6 survived. • Revere’s 2nd wife was Rachael Walker. They had 8 children , 5 survived . • He was important because he almost made the midnight ride and he was a master silversmith who makes weapons for the soldiers and armor for them, too. He served The Battle of Rhode island as a colonial militia officer.

  6. Made by Troy Barrett • God bless America

  7. Do you think he is important ? • Yes, because who would make the armor and the weapons to fight the British and gain freedom from them, certainly not a British silversmith.

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