FYI

Q: What is The Early American?

A: The Early American is an independent history newsletter written by Rick Laws. It reaches readers worldwide with reflections on the Early American experience, stories, informative articles and practical tools and advice for historians of the era.

Q: Who is The Early American for?

A: The Early American is for those who enjoy reading about the Early American and American Revolutionary War era, historical information, articles, insight, poetry, humor among other topics are provided in this forum.

Q: Why is The Early American considered a worthwhile newsletter?

A: The Early American is a new newsletter that is developing readership. The newsletter began as a PDF newsletter email newsletter used as a communications tool for the Joseph Greer Chapter, Tennessee Society, Sons of the American Revolution. The previous PDF newsletter was emailed to our members. The newsletter was distributed to many other people outside our chapter organization, and hence the creation of The Early American to reach these other interested people.

Q: How is The Early American different from other historical themed newsletters?

A: Unlike other newsletters that focus mainly on gear reviews, political news, the Early American is more about storytelling and creative practice with a blend of current events. It’s equal parts encouraging, educational, and inspiring.

Q: How do I subscribe?

A: You can join free anytime at