Paul Revere (Noun)
Meaning
American silversmith remembered for his midnight ride (celebrated in a poem by Longfellow) to warn the colonists in Lexington and Concord that British troops were coming (1735-1818).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Paul Revere was a prominent figure in American history, known for his midnight ride during the American Revolution.
- The famous poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow immortalized Paul Revere's courageous ride to warn the colonists of the approaching British troops.
- Paul Revere's midnight ride on April 18, 1775, was a pivotal moment in American history, marking the beginning of the American Revolution.
- In addition to his famous midnight ride, Paul Revere was also a skilled American silversmith and engraver.
- Paul Revere's bravery and determination during the American Revolution have made him a legendary figure in American history.