This event was referred to by Thomas Jefferson in a letter which claimed that blood was "natural manure" for liberty.
This event was referred to by Thomas Jefferson in a letter which claimed that blood was "natural manure" for liberty. One military regiment involved in this event was commanded by John Paterson, and one man failed to receive reinforcements from Luke Day. This event ended with a capture at Petersham, and it included the defense of the (*) Springfield Armory by Benjamin Lincoln. Troops in this rebellion were called up by governor James Bowdoin. For 10 points, name this uprising in Massachusetts by a disgruntled Revolutionary War veteran, which highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
This event was referred to by Thomas Jefferson in a letter which claimed that blood was "natural manure" for liberty.
{Shays’} Rebellion