About this episode
The episode explores the origins of the timber trade in America and its significance leading up to the Revolutionary War.
Today we look at the birth of the timber trade in America. From when the Pilgrims stepped off the Mayflower up until the Revolutionary War. Timber was one of those contributing factors that led to war. We all talk about throwing tea into the harbor, but what about the Pine Tree riots and the Broad Arrow Notices that claimed colonial Pines for the Royal Navy. Happy Thanksgiving as we explore how and what timber was used and exported from early America.
People in this episode
Host: Shannon Rogers
Topics covered
- timber trade
- colonial history
- American Revolution
- Pine Tree riots
- timber export
- early America
Keywords
- timber trade
- colonial America
- Revolutionary War
- Pine Tree riots
- Broad Arrow Notices
- timber export
- Mayflower
- Thanksgiving
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Royal Navy
Places: America
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