According to my dictionary, the term "fire-eaters" has been in use since 1672. At 03:33 PM 11/9/2001 -0500, you wrote: >I have seen the term "fire-eaters" used in reference to Confederates in the >war between the states, but was it not also used during the Revolution to >describe those in favor of American independence? > >Regardless, I was wondering if anyone could provide more info regarding the >origins of this term. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html