Ride for Warriors

08/17/2026

Today we take time out of our day to say thank to our Veterans and active duty military.

Today we give a shout out to Kelsey Duley.

Thank you for your service.

08/17/2026

This day in History - 16 August 1777

New York | Aug 16, 1777

In the summer of 1777, Gen. John Burgoyne’s army moved south from Canada as part of the overall British strategy to divide New England from the rest of the rebellious American colonies. The British commander’s army was slowed by poor roads as well as trees and other obstacles strewn along the route by the Americans. Burgoyne’s supply line was stretched thin, forcing the general to explore opportunities to replenish his forces. When Burgoyne learned of horses and supplies in Bennington, Vermont – south of his position and east of the Hudson River – the 55-year-old commander divided his army, sending German, British, Loyalist, and Native American forces toward Bennington under the leadership of Lt. Col. Friedrich Baum.

As Baum’s troops moved southeast, local militia units learned of his activity and began to prepare for action as the bulk of the American forces in the area pulled back under attack by Burgoyne’s vanguard. Baum sent couriers to Burgoyne asking for reinforcements as additional intelligence indicated a force of militiamen – he referred to them as “uncouth militia” – gathered to stop him.

American forces were led by Gen. John Stark, a hero of the Battle of Bunker Hill and a veteran of the Battle of Trenton. When Stark sent out calls for additional forces to rally to his side, a Continental Army regiment led by highly respected Col. Seth Warner was among the forces that responded. Loyalists also assembled in support of Baum. Finally, on August 16, 1777, after a day of non-stop rain, Baum’s command was attacked by over a thousand American militiamen in Walloomsac, New York, about 10 miles from Bennington.

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08/16/2026

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08/16/2026

When to fly the flag at half-staff

The American flag flies at half-staff or at half-mast when the country or a state is in mourning. The president, a state governor, or the mayor of the District of Columbia can order flags to fly at half-staff.

In most cases, an American flag flying at half-staff marks one of three observances:

The death of a government official, military member, or emergency first responder
A national tragedy
Memorial Day or another national day of remembrance

08/16/2026

This day in History 15 August 1780

Battle of Carey’s Fort Facts

Also Known As — Battle of Wateree.
Date — August 15, 1780.
Location — Kershaw County, South Carolina, south of Camden.
Opponents — United States of America and Great Britain.
American Commanders — Thomas Taylor.
British Commanders — James Carey.
Winner — The United States won the Battle of Carey’s Fort.

https://www.americanhistorycentral.com/entries/battle-of-careys-fort-wateree/

Read about the Battle of Carey's Fort (Wateree), including Summary, Facts, Overview, and Significance. August 1780. USA victory.

08/15/2026

This day in history 14 August 1781

General Washington received the disappointing news on August 14, 1781. Comte De Grasse’s powerful French fleet of nearly thirty warships was not sailing for New York as Washington had long hoped, but was instead destined for the Chesapeake Bay. Washington’s plan for an allied attack on British h...

08/14/2026

While many had other opportunities, Veterans chose a life of service to something greater than themselves.

08/14/2026

This day in history 13 August 1779

The Battle of Chemung, August 13, 1779, Chemung, NY. During the Sullivan - Clinton Campaign. An account of the battle and events leading up to and after the Battle.

08/13/2026

Known as the “Heroine of the Battle of Cowpens,” Margaret “Kate” Moore Barry volunteered as a scout for the American forces. Familiar with every trail and shortcut around her plantation in South Carolina and being an excellent horsewoman, Kate was crucial in warning the militia of the approaching British. The Battle of Cowpens took place on January 17, 1781. Before the battle, Kate was instrumental in rounding up militia, including her husband Captain Andrew Barry, to support General Daniel Morgan and his troops. Thanks to the bravery of women like Margaret Barry, the Battle of Cowpens was a decisive victory by Continental army forces in the Southern campaign of the American Revolutionary War.

https://allthingsliberty.com/2021/09/10-amazing-women-revolutionary-war/

08/13/2026

This day in History 12 August 1776

Oconee County, South Carolina | Aug 12, 1776

In 1776, British-allied Cherokee began a campaign into southern and western colonial settlements, prompting a South Carolina backcountry militia led by Major Andrew Williamson to rise in defense of the colonial territories. Assisted by Captain Andrew Pickens, the force of 1,100 men initiated a scorched earth campaign, targeting Cherokee villages in western South Carolina.

On August 12th, 1776, Captain Pickens led a 25-man scouting party ahead of Williamson’s main body of militiamen. As Pickens’ squadron passed through a cornfield, they were ambushed by 185 Cherokee. Thinking quickly, Pickens ordered his vastly outnumbered force to form two rings facing outwards. The small inner ring and the larger outer ring took turns firing, allowing the inner ring to reload while the outer ring fired.

The Cherokee surrounded Pickens’ men in a circle of their own, and the two groups fired at each other from close range. Hand-to-hand combat ensued as the Cherokee attempted to break through the ring. The strategy bought enough time for Pickens’ brother to hear gunfire and enter with a relief party, forcing a Cherokee retreat into the woods. Nevertheless, both sides took heavy casualties. Pickens lost 11 of his 25 men. The Native Americans lost 65 men and left 14 wounded – a heavy cost for the Cherokee, who had only about 2000 warriors nationwide.

Pickens’ men buried the fallen Patriots in the abandoned Cherokee village of Tamassee, later setting the village ablaze to ensure that no resources remained for their enemy.

Little is known about the British-aligned Cherokee leadership in this encounter or how much they knew about the South Carolina militia’s whereabouts prior to Pickens’ approach. However, despite the struggle’s bloody outcome, the Cherokee developed a great respect for Pickens. They believed he was a brave warrior, and according to Pickens’ grandson, the Cherokee referred to the Patriot captain as Skyagunsta, or Wizard Owl. Pickens eventually became a neighbor to the Cherokee, building his final home near the battle site.