History Day - Revolutionary War and a New Nation (1775-1815)

See also History & Genealogy Reference guides as well as History Day topic pages and other guides listed on the home page of this guide.

This guide includes the time leading up to the U.S. Revolutionary War.

The Connecticut State Library recognizes language can be problematic, especially historic language. Historic writings often include language that would be considered charged and/or offensive today. We often look to standards within librarianship. Researching this time period often requires variation in spelling and terms.

These are just some resources.

Connecticut and the Revolutionary War

Also check specific people in the Previous Topics guide.

Archives

Many record groups may have relevant information. This guide offers just a few examples.

Books, Documents, etc.

Other Institutions

Local libraries, historical societies and museums can be helpful.

Please be advised that some of these resources--particularly those created in previous eras--contain descriptions for ancestral, racial, ethnic, and gender identity that may be offensive or harmful to individuals investigating these records, and are considered inappropriate to use in modern times. The descriptions and treatment of historically marginalized groups, women, and animals may be upsetting. Also, please note that inclusion in this subject guide does not necessarily constitute endorsement of the views therein--we encourage investigators to use their own judgment when evaluating books, websites, articles, documents, and other resources.