Paul Revere

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Paul Revere (January 1, 1735 O.S. (January 12, 1734 N.S.) – May 10, 1818) was an American silversmith, engraver, early industrialist, and Patriot in the American Revolution. He is best known for his midnight ride to alert the colonial militia in April 1775 to the approach of British forces before the battles of Lexington and Concord, as dramatized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, "Paul Revere's Ride" (1861).

Early Life

Paul Revere was born in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts, the son of Apollos Rivoire, a French Huguenot immigrant, and Deborah Hichborn, a local Bostonian. He was the third of 12 children and the eldest son. His father changed the family name to Revere after immigrating to the United States. Revere grew up in an environment that fostered craftsmanship and he eventually took over his father's silversmith business.

Career

Revere's early work as a silversmith won him considerable acclaim. He produced a range of products from simple household items to more complex pieces such as silver bowls, teapots, and flatware. His work is highly regarded for its quality and craftsmanship.

In addition to his work as a silversmith, Revere became involved in the American Revolution. He was a member of the Sons of Liberty, a group of patriots who worked to oppose British policy and taxation without representation. Revere's most famous act was his "midnight ride" on the night of April 18 to 19, 1775. He rode from Boston to Lexington, Massachusetts, to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the approaching British forces.

After the American Revolution, Revere expanded his business interests to include iron casting, bronze bell and cannon making, and the production of copper products. He opened the first copper rolling mill in North America in 1801, supplying the young United States with a domestic source of copper materials.

Legacy

Paul Revere's legacy extends beyond his famous ride. He is remembered as a skilled craftsman, an industrious entrepreneur, and a patriot who played a significant role in the American Revolution. His home in Boston's North End is a national historic landmark, and his life and work are celebrated in museums and historical sites across the United States.

Death

Paul Revere died on May 10, 1818, at the age of 83. He was buried in the Granary Burying Ground in Boston.

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