"The Perfect Historical Primer"
Robert E. Lee was one of the greatest American generals who ever lived and although he fought for the Confederacy during the Civil War, he also served in the United States’ army during the Mexican-American War. Robert E. Lee was … Read More »
The Civil War was the first modern war. Men and supplies moved by railroad, orders moved by telegraph and war itself moved from the battlefield to the cornfield. The Civil War was not only the first modern war, it was … Read More »
Every nation has heroes: men and women from its history that it looks up to. These icons of history may be political leaders, economic innovators or military generals. A great portion of nineteenth century American history has to do with … Read More »
The battle of New Orleans was the greatest American victory of the War of 1812 and it wasn’t even fought during the war itself. The Americans and British signed a peace treaty at Ghent to end the war on Christmas … Read More »
There are certain phrases that become a part of a nation’s heritage. Some might call these phrases, “Famous Words”. One particular historic phrase that became a part of American folklore is the message sent from Oliver Hazard Perry to William … Read More »
After the United States gained its independence in 1783 it became the new kid on the block and it started getting picked on almost immediately. One of the most formidable dangers the young country faced was the Barbary pirates. The … Read More »
One of the most decisive and epic battles of the American Revolution was the battle of Saratoga, New York. The battle was actually two battles, Freeman’s Farm and Bemis Heights, and several skirmishes in the same general area of upstate … Read More »
In times past, though not long ago, young boys ventured into the woods with sticks and played war. Today, it is not so common. But decades ago it was customary for boys to relive the battles of American history. They … Read More »