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Month: January 2026

How the Kentish Guards Contributed to Rhode Island’s Military Traditions
  • Posted on January 8, 2026
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How the Kentish Guards Contributed to Rhode Island’s Military Traditions

The Origins and Formation of the Kentish Guards The Kentish Guards, established in 1774, are among the oldest military units…

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The Role of the Kentish Guards in the Post-Revolutionary Rhode Island Militia
  • Posted on January 1, 2026
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The Role of the Kentish Guards in the Post-Revolutionary Rhode Island Militia

The Role of the Kentish Guards in Post-Revolutionary Rhode Island Militia In the aftermath of the American Revolution, the Kentish…

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    • Kentish Guards history: Formation and the Revolutionary War
    • Kentish Guards history: Nathanael Greene
    • Kentish Guards history: The 1800s
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  • 1775 Siege of Boston
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Latest Articles:

  • How the Kentish Guards Contributed to Rhode Island’s Military Traditions
  • The Role of the Kentish Guards in the Post-Revolutionary Rhode Island Militia
  • The Relationship Between the Kentish Guards and the Rhode Island General Assembly
  • How Rhode Island Militias Were Organized During the Revolution
  • The Kentish Guards and Their Role in Protecting the Rhode Island Coastline
  • How the Kentish Guards Helped Defend Newport from British Occupation
  • The Artillery Used by Rhode Island Militias During the Revolution
  • How the Kentish Guards Adapted to Guerrilla Warfare Tactics
  • The Role of Blacksmiths in Arming the Kentish Guards
  • The Importance of Drills and Marching in the Kentish Guards’ Training

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