Lewis Powell, also known as Lewis Payne, was a complex figure in American history. Born in Alabama on April 22, 1844., he fought for the Confederacy during the Civil War and later became involved in one of the most infamous events in American history – the...
Elizabeth Van Lew was a remarkable woman, abolitionist and spy who made significant contributions to the Union cause during the American Civil War. As an abolitionist, she was deeply opposed to slavery and worked to support the Union Army during the conflict. ...
Harriet Tubman was a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to fighting for the freedom and rights of black people in America. Born into slavery in Maryland on March 6, 1820, she escaped slavery in 1849 and went on to become a leading abolitionist, suffragist, and...
Happy New Year Everyone. I thought I would share the following thoughts about New Year’s Resolutions from Mr. Mark Twain” “New Year’s Day–Now is the accepted time to make your regular annual good resolutions. Next week you...
While in office, Presidents George Washington, John Adams, and James Madison all proclaimed national days of Thanksgiving, but in the years that followed, the majority of these celebrations were restricted to specific states or territories. Journalist Sarah Josepha...
