Patriots, Loyalists, and Turncoats: Newspaper Printers During the Revolutionary War

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07/01/2026 03:39 PM EDT

The Revolutionary War pushed newspaper publishers to choose Loyalism to the British Crown or Patriotism for the nascent United States. Some publishers chose a third approach, switching sides to continue publishing during periods of British occupation. Learn more about the politics of newspapers during the Revolutionary War as well as resources and tips for doing research in these newspapers.

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