Peter Francisco: Washington’s One-Man Army
Conservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. Report
Release Date: 10/23/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of America’s Founding Series, Professor Nick Giordano tells the remarkable true story of Peter Francisco, the orphaned immigrant who became one of the most legendary heroes of the American Revolution. Known as Washington’s One-Man Army, Francisco’s extraordinary courage, strength, and devotion to liberty helped shape America’s fight for independence. From his mysterious beginnings on a Virginia wharf to his legendary feats on the battlefield, this episode reveals how Francisco’s life proves that courage and duty, not privilege or aristocracy, define what it means to be an American.
Episode Highlights:
- The Mystery Boy of Virginia: Discover how a five-year-old Portuguese orphan was found alone on a colonial wharf and rose to become one of George Washington’s fiercest soldiers.
- The Battles that Made a Legend: Relive Francisco’s heroic feats at Brandywine, Germantown, Monmouth, and Camden, including the incredible moment he carried an 1,100-pound cannon off the battlefield.
- Legacy of Courage and Duty: Learn how Francisco’s story reminds us that America’s strength comes from ordinary people with extraordinary resolve.
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Timestamps
- 00:52 The Life of Peter Francisco: A Forgotten Patriot
- 01:16 The Mysterious Origins of Peter Francisco
- 03:01 From Orphan to Legend: The Rise of Peter Francisco
- 04:48 Peter Francisco's Early Battles and Heroism
- 08:36 The Turning Point: The Battle of Camden
- 10:00 The Valor of Peter Francisco in Battle
- 12:20 The Legacy of Peter Francisco: A Life of Courage
- 13:45 The Meaning of Being American: Lessons from Francisco
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