I have a befitting trivia question for my readers on this Presidents’ Day, 2025. How many presidents have we had throughout the history of the United States? There might be some variation to the viable answer, depending on whether or not you count terms independently, but most folks would agree there have been a grand … Continue reading Five Forgotten ‘Presidents’ in American History
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Discovering the Daniel Lady Farm Backstory
Many historic farms and homesteads dot the landscape of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. And so many of these places served significant roles in the landmark three-day Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. The Historic Daniel Lady Farm is one such example. It is, in fact, on this 146-acre stretch of land that the annual Battle of … Continue reading Discovering the Daniel Lady Farm Backstory
The Story Behind West Virginia Statehood
Yesterday, the great state of West Virginia was a scene of widespread celebrations all day long. That’s because June 20 is West Virginia Day—a date officially recognizing West Virginia’s formation as a state independent from Virginia. Credit: Pixabay While today we all know West Virginia and Virginia as two separate entities, that wasn’t always the … Continue reading The Story Behind West Virginia Statehood
Remembering the Role of the Irish Brigade in the American Civil War
Every year, right around St. Patrick’s Day, we all tend to get a wee bit more mindful about all things Irish. It’s also a well-known fact that so many folks living throughout the Mid-Atlantic region today can rightfully boast of having at least some level of Irish heritage to their credit. Let the records show … Continue reading Remembering the Role of the Irish Brigade in the American Civil War