General Hugh Mercer: The Hero American History Forgot

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Generally lost to history, Hugh Mercer is no longer talked about in most history classrooms. Dr. Mercer's flamboyant history ranges from stories still discussed in the Outlander novels to heroic fighting and command in the American Revolution. This man fought and died for his adopted country in two major wars for America and one for the people of Scotland. Join me as I explore the story of the man behind the names of towns, counties, schools, and townships throughout the United States but still was lost in obsurity of the American history we are told today. Join me as I discuss Doctor and General and friend of George Washington himself... Hugh Mercer.

Sources:
Cecere, M. (2015). Second to no man but the commander in chief: Hugh Mercer, American patriot. Heritage Books.
English, F. (1975). General Hugh Mercer, Forgotten Hero of the American Revolution. Princeton Acedemic Press.