Paul Revere
Life and Accomplishments
Paul Revere was an American hero and brave patriot who warned other patriots that the British Army was coming. He also fought in the Revolutionary War.
Early life: Paul Revere was born in Boston in 1734. He learned how to be a goldsmith and silversmith from his father. When the economy was not doing well, he took on extra jobs to bring in additional money for his growing family of 16 children. He produced illustrations for books and magazines as well as advertising that he could clean people's teeth and wire in false teeth.
War years: Many of the American colonists did not like the British telling them they had to pay taxes. Paul Revere helped organize a group called the Sons of Liberty who protested unfair taxes. They also took part in the Boston Tea Party to show that they were angry about a tax on tea.
Paul Revere helped other patriots by spying on the British army and by warning others that the army was coming. On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere received word that the British army was approaching. He first hung two lanterns in the steeple of Christ Church to send the message that the British were coming by sea. He then traveled by boat and then by horse to Lexington to tell the news that patriots were in danger. When he got to Lexington, he hurried to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams, two other patriots who were in a lot of danger. As he rode on horseback, he yelled out, "The Regulars are coming!" Paul Revere's ride gave the patriots time to prepare for battle.
Paul Revere died in 1818 at the age of 83.
Early life: Paul Revere was born in Boston in 1734. He learned how to be a goldsmith and silversmith from his father. When the economy was not doing well, he took on extra jobs to bring in additional money for his growing family of 16 children. He produced illustrations for books and magazines as well as advertising that he could clean people's teeth and wire in false teeth.
War years: Many of the American colonists did not like the British telling them they had to pay taxes. Paul Revere helped organize a group called the Sons of Liberty who protested unfair taxes. They also took part in the Boston Tea Party to show that they were angry about a tax on tea.
Paul Revere helped other patriots by spying on the British army and by warning others that the army was coming. On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere received word that the British army was approaching. He first hung two lanterns in the steeple of Christ Church to send the message that the British were coming by sea. He then traveled by boat and then by horse to Lexington to tell the news that patriots were in danger. When he got to Lexington, he hurried to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams, two other patriots who were in a lot of danger. As he rode on horseback, he yelled out, "The Regulars are coming!" Paul Revere's ride gave the patriots time to prepare for battle.
Paul Revere died in 1818 at the age of 83.
Cultural and Geographic Systems
Paul Revere lived his entire life in Massachusetts, one of the original colonies of the United States.
In addition to his famous Midnight Ride, he served as a lieutenant colonel in the Revolutionary War. Living during wartime meant that Paul Revere faced economic hardship and danger. He faced these challenges with courage and overcame many obstacles.
In addition to his famous Midnight Ride, he served as a lieutenant colonel in the Revolutionary War. Living during wartime meant that Paul Revere faced economic hardship and danger. He faced these challenges with courage and overcame many obstacles.
Paul Revere's Ride
Positive Character Traits of Paul Revere
- Patriotism: Paul Revere displayed patriotism and loyalty as he worked and fought for the rights of colonists to live free of England.
- Responsible: He worked hard to make sure his family was taken care of financially, displaying responsibility and determination.
- Loyal: Paul Revere lived a long life as a good citizen and was loyal to his country, hard-working, and honorable.
The website was created by Mary Beth Duty, a media specialist at Stripling Elementary in Norcross, Georgia. 2009
