Army food, whether the bacon, hard tack, and sour wine of the Roman legions, or the K-rations of World War II, has rarely if ever inspired soldiers praise. Even the modern-day MREs, which offer a menu that’s considerably more varied than army chow in the days of yore, were jocularly known as Meals Refused by …
Tooth-dullers and Skillygalee: Mealtime for the Civil War Soldier Read More »
The Civil War has resulted in a variety of historically significant and interesting spots to visit, but no where is Civil War tourism as prominent as it is in the Southern states. There, there is undoubtedly still remaining a barely concealed Confederate pride in the area’s history. Even though many citizens will readily say that they’re …
The Battle of Gettysburg was one of the most pivotal battles in the Civil War. It’s considered a turning point, because after it was over, the Union gained the momentum needed to propel its forces through the rest of the war, successfully forcing Robert E. Lee to surrender at Appomattox on April 9, 1865. Between …
There are some names from American history who, for good or ill, seem to belong on a modern stage, where their actions—or antics—would have reveled in the overflow of media attention provided by 24-hour news, Twitter, and cable television. One of those men is Daniel Sickles, the New York politician, Civil War general and murderer …
John Adams knew that Boston was going to be front and center in the battle for independence, and he was concerned about his family’s safety when he was away. Abigail and John and their four children had moved from Boston to Braintree in 1774 because of the impending conflict between Massachusetts Bay Colony and the …
As a jittery electorate endured the suspense of the 1860 election that would bring Abraham Lincoln to the presidency, Americans must have looked back upon their young nation’s history and wondered how their leaders had brought them to the Rubicon of civil war. North and South had been united in their fight for independence against …
In 1879, speaking to the graduating class of the Michigan Military Academy, Civil War General William T. Sherman said, “Some of you young men think that war is all glamour and glory, but let me tell you, boys, it is all Hell!” Sherman knew, first-hand, that war is hell, but thanks to the photographs of …
All Eyes on Antietam: The Bloodiest Day in American History Read More »
William T. Sherman was a fierce and bold Union general who gave no quarter when it came to facing the enemy; his vengeful march through Georgia was designed to make the Confederate Rebels pay for seceding from the Union in 1861 and setting loose the dogs of war. He was not a man given to …
Mother Bickerdyke: The Woman Who Outranked Sherman Read More »
Frederick Douglass was a great author, orator, statesman, a licensed preacher, and a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. He spoke internationally against slavery and fought for equal rights among every human and encompassing all peoples – including blacks, Native Americans, women and recent immigrants. He was such a stunning orator that many had trouble …
Frederick Douglass: The Slave That Freed the Slaves Read More »
Libby Prison was located in Richmond, Va., often considered one of the key cities of the Confederacy, and this Southern stronghold soon became famous for its absolutely horrendous conditions. The prisoners of war held there died often from starvation and disease, as more than 1,000 prisoners were forced into a former warehouse. The Beginnings The …
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