The Political History of the United States

William Pitt gains power and decides to attempt a reboot of the war effort in America.

Loudoun heads to Louisburg as Fort William Henry comes under attack.

Both the British and the French bring in new commanders in North America. Meanwhile, in Europe, a full-scale conflict will erupt.

Braddock was just one prong of a four-pronged attack. This week we check-in and see how the other three fared.

The British set off on an ill-fated march.

George Washington takes his first steps on the world stage...  And causes an international incident. 

George Washington takes his first step onto the world stage.

During the late 1740s and into the 1750s everybody began turning their attention to the Ohio Country. Today we explore just why that was.

This week we discuss the Iroquois Confederacy. Wedged in between the British and the French this group found itself being courted by both groups, thus placing them into a dangerous game between the two powers.

The colonists indulge in their favorite pastime. It is time to invade Canada.