January 25 – The Day the American Revolution Almost Had a Sequel

January 25 – The Day the American Revolution Almost Had a Sequel

Published: January 25, 2026

Duration: 4:18

On January 25, 1787, Shays’ Rebellion came to a violent end when armed farmers clashed with militia outside the Springfield Armory. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, Amy explores the strange true story of the uprising that nearly destabilized the young United States and directly influenced the creation of the U.S. Constitution.

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