“The Concord Museum of Freedom was a popular tourist destination before the war, and featured historical exhibits ranging from the American Revolution, all the way up to the Battle of Anchorage.”— Fallout 4 loading screens
The Revolutionary War or American Revolution was a conflict between Great Britain and thirteen of its former North American colonies, which had declared themselves independent. The colonists' victory resulted in the creation of the United States of America.
The nation was founded by thirteen colonies of Great Britain located along the Atlantic coast of North America.[1][2] Disagreements between colonists and King George III's policies on issues such as taxation led to the armed occupation of the colonies.[3][4][5] The colonists pushed back, culminating in events such as the Boston Tea Party and Boston Massacre, where in 1770, five colonists died inciting rage against the British occupation.[4][6][7]
The colonists defeated British forces, resulting in the first successful colonial war of independence.[2][15] The leadership of the newly independent nation proclaimed their regional entities as states.[2] A federal convention adopted a legislative document known as the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787, and its ratification the following year made the states part of a single republic.[2]
Legacy[]
The American Revolution was remembered and celebrated as the birth of the United States throughout the pre-War era, being viewed as a highly patriotic subject. Revolutionary figures including George Washington, John Adams, and others were remembered as American heroes, with memorials, monuments, and museums built in their honor across the states, especially in the capital, Washington, D.C.. Historical cities such as Boston, Massachusetts celebrated their heritage by preserving numerous Revolutionary-era landmarks (including sites affiliated with Revolution heroes) as tourist sites.[16][9] This was also utilized by businesses for branding and marketing. The Revolutionary War theme was used as branding for the Boston-based Button Gwinnett Brewery (though in reality, it was not actually named for the founding father Button Gwinnett, but rather for its founder, a Bostonian brewer who was named after the historical figure).[Non-game 1] Several of their drinks would reflect this heritage, such as Bunker Hill Brew and Dead Redcoat Ale.
Even after the Great War, the Revolutionary War is still remembered as the founding event of the United States by historians, such as Abraham Washington and Lucy MacLean, the former of whom seeks to collect pre-War historical artifacts to preserve the American heritage,[17] and the latter of whom helps teach this history to students in Vault 33.[18] Abraham Washington, however, misunderstands several events in the conflict. For example, he assumes that the conflict was called the "Evolutionary War" and that the Declaration of Independence was sent to King George most likely by plane, following its signing by the "Second Judgmental Congress" at "Fort McHarry."[19] He hires mercenaries to retrieve American historical artifacts, in particular the Declaration of Independence stored in the National Archives, for his museum in Rivet City.[20] The National Archives included a fleet of Protectrons made to mimic the personalities of the Declaration of Independence's signatories for historical reenactments.[21] The last remaining such Protectron as of 2277, Button Gwinnett, believed that the Revolutionary War was ongoing that he had been assigned to protect the Declaration at all costs.[22]
The Minutemen of the colonial era were the inspiration for the post-War Commonwealth Minutemen, which was based on the idea of a civilian militia ready to protect the people of Massachusetts "at a minute's notice" with the Commonwealth Minutemen taking several design cues from the revolutionary era, including their use of colonial-inspired laser muskets.[23] Elsewhere, the brother of Mayor McDonough of Diamond City would assume the persona of John Hancock after a particular low point in his life in the Old State House stealing his old clothes from an old museum exhibit. He thought of the historical John Hancock as the original rebel, risking his life and boldly declaring his name while doing so, and that sort of ethos was what the newly-styled Hancock sought to emulate and try to bring about within his community of Goodneighbor.[24]
Notes[]
A plaque at Wixon's Shovel Museum mentions "British Shovel Fighters" who fought during the Revolutionary War and were some of the "most feared and deadly warriors" of the conflict.[25]
The Whitespring Presidential Cottage displayed reproduction oil paintings of Revolutionary War heroes.[26]
The Revolutionary War is depicted on the Fallout 76 Season 14 scoreboard, Fight for Freedom.
↑ 2.02.12.22.3Museum kiosk: "The nation was founded by thirteen colonies of Great Britain located along the Atlantic seaboard. Proclaiming themselves "states," they issued the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The rebellious states defeated Britain in the American Revolutionary War, the first successful colonial war of independence. A federal convention adopted the current United States Constitution on September 17, 1787; its ratification the following year made the states part of a single republic. The Bill of Rights, comprising ten constitutional amendments, was ratified in 1791."
↑ 3.03.1Lone Wanderer: "Why would you do all that over a scrap of paper?" Button Gwinnett (robot): "This is no mere scrap of paper, sir|madam. This is the doctrine laid down by my fellow members of the Second Continental Congress. It absolves us of the tyranny of King George the Third of Great Britain. It is perhaps the greatest symbol of this free nation." (Button Gwinnett's dialogue)
↑ 4.04.1Boston landmark inscriptions: "Faneuil Hall: Donated to the city of Boston in 1742 by French merchant Peter Faneuil, Faneuil Hall was a commercial hub in colonial Massachusetts. It played a notable role in the American Revolution. Protests against the British Sugar and Stamp Acts that began here led to the doctrine of "no taxation without representation." Later meetings were held here which culminated in the Boston Tea Party. Many of the Founding Fathers met here or gave speeches here (notably Samuel Adams) leading to the building's nickname, "The Cradle of Liberty.""
↑ 5.05.1Voice via Tour Bot: "Let us go back hundreds of years. It is the year 1775. For seven years, thousands of British soldiers have camped on this very soil in their orderly rows of tents. Led by General Thomas Gage, they seek to quell the growing tide of Revolution." (Tour Bot dialogue)
↑Boston landmark inscriptions: "Old State House: Built in 1713, the Old State House is the oldest public building in Boston. During the years before the Revolutionary War, this building was a hotbed for the ideas and ideals that would result in revolution. It was here that John Adams said, "the child Independence was born." In 1770, right outside its doors, the Boston Massacre took place where five American colonists died inciting rage against the British occupation. The Old State House was the seat of Massachusetts government until the New State House was constructed in 1798.""
↑Boston landmark inscriptions: "Granary Burying Grounds: The Granary Burying Grounds were established in 1660 - making it the oldest surviving burial ground in Boston. Many famous Revolutionary War heroes were buried here including: John Hancock, Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and the victims of the Boston Massacre. In 2031, after the tragic death of Emilia Butler, the city council voted unanimously to have her remains interred here."
↑ 9.09.1Boston landmark inscriptions: "Paul Revere House: Built in 1680, this wooden building is the oldest structure in all of Boston. In 1770 this home was bought by famed patriot Paul Revere. Paul Revere dwelled here with his family (including his 16 children) until 1800. Paul Revere was living here when he made his famous midnight ride to Lexington and Concord to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock that Redcoats were en route to arrest them and seize the militia weaponry."
↑Boston landmark inscriptions: "Old North Church: Built in 1723, the Old North Church is the oldest standing church in Boston. Its 191 foot tall steeple also makes it the tallest church in Boston. On the night of April 18th 1775, Lieutenant Colonel Smith marched with 700 British soldiers to Concord on a mission to disarm the rebels. Using a plan devised by Paul Revere, Robert Newman climbed to the top of this church and lit two lanterns to alert patriots that the Redcoats were coming up the Charles River. Thus inspiring Longfellow's famous verse, "One if by land, two if by sea." The battles of Lexington and Concord that followed would start the American Revolution."
↑Preston Garvey: "Well I'll be damned. It's the monument to the original Minutemen. I knew that was somewhere around Concord. That means this right here must be the Old North Bridge. Where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired. I'd call that the best omen I've seen since we left Quincy." Sturges: "I don't know what you're talking about, boss, but I'm glad you're happy about it." (Preston Garvey and Sturges' dialogue)
↑Boston landmark inscriptions: "Boston Common: Established in 1634, Boston Common started as a communal grazing ground for cattle until it was made a public park (the oldest in the country). In the year before the Revolutionary War, a thousand Redcoats camped on the Common. The Redcoat brigades that marched on Lexington and Concord departed this very ground."
↑Voice via Tour Bot: "So near midnight, Colonel Smith marched with 700 Redcoats to face brave American patriots in the Battle of Lexington and Concord. And thus the Revolutionary War began. Continue on the trail to walk through more of our great city's history." (Tour Bot dialogue)
↑Fallout 4 loading screens: "The Concord Museum of Freedom was a popular tourist destination before the war, and featured historical exhibits ranging from the American Revolution, all the way up to the Battle of Anchorage."
↑The Lone Wanderer: "So, you really care about these relics?" Abraham Washington: "If these items were lost to time, how would we ever be able to explore our heritage or appreciate the sacrifices our founding fathers made?" (Abraham Washington's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "What's the history behind the document?" Abraham Washington: "On July the 4th in 1776, a group calling themselves the Second Judgmental Congress got together at Fort McHarry in Maryland. After a ceremony which ended with Paul Revere singing the famous battle hymn known as the National Anthem, the document was signed. From there, it was sent to England by plane presumably and presented to King George himself. Thus began the Evolutionary War." (Abraham Washington's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "Let me take a leap of faith here... you want me to find it for you." Abraham Washington: "Indeed I do. Without the Declaration, the rest of these relics are almost meaningless. I must have it! Acquire the document for me, and you'll be awarded most handsomely. What do you think?" (Abraham Washington's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "Please describe your original function." Button Gwinnett: "Original function parameters are as follows. Function One: Provide tour guide services for visitors to National Archives facility. Function Two: Participate in reenactment of the signing of Declaration of Independence show as the character Button Gwinnett. Function Three: Provide security support for National Archives facility in the event of a breach or threat to any of its assets." (Button Gwinnett's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "How did you end up in this place?" Button Gwinnett: "I was posted here by Thomas Jefferson after the Declaration was drafted. He said it was my duty to protect the document at all costs. I spent quite a while whipping this place into shape, but with a lot of spit and polish, I think the results speak for themselves. I'm proud to fly the Stars and Stripes over these fortifications." (Button Gwinnett's dialogue)
↑Fallout 4 loading screens: "Like the Minutemen of the Revolutionary era, the modern day Minutemen are dedicated to defending the people of Massachusetts, at a minute's notice."
↑The Sole Survivor: "Was there no one who could have helped?" John Hancock: "Who knows. Maybe. Honestly we were all so terrified, we couldn't bring ourselves to move until it was over, let alone get help.I felt like less than nothing. Afterwards, I got so high, I blacked out completely.When I finally came to, I was on the floor of the Old State House. Right in front of the clothes of John Hancock.John Hancock, first American hoodlum and defender of the People.I might've still been high, but those clothes spoke to me, told me what I needed to do. I smashed the case, put them on, and started a new life.As Hancock. After that, I went clean for a bit, got organized, convinced Kleo to loan me some hardware. Got a crew of drifters together and headed out into the ruins, started training. Next time Vic's boys went on their tear, we'd be ready for 'em." (John Hancock's dialogue)
↑Wixon's Shovel Museum plaque: "British Shovel Fighters were some of the most feared and deadly warriors of the Revolutionary War. They were known for their pristine ditches and the uncanny ability to deflect rifle shot."
↑Fallout 4 Vault Dweller's Survival Guide p. 515: "The venerable brewing operation was started by a local beer maker name Button Gwinnett, namesake of one of the founding fathers. Their Southie Stout was voted "Bostons Best Beer of 2051 and 2062."
