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I received a surprise email from the publicist at McFarland that a new review of my book, The 11th Wisconsin in the Civil War: A Regimental History, McFarland & Co. (Fall 2008) recently came out, which was a surprise as … Continue reading →

I am finishing up my research paper for my Civil War Command and Leadership class that I spoke of a few months ago. Next week I start a full load of 12 credit hours which will place me at 27 … Continue reading →

I arrived at school this morning early. I did not sleep well, I felt, well frankly, on the down low and tossed and turned all night. I stayed up last night and watched the mockery that is the United States … Continue reading →

Both Republicans and Democrats have used it. I understand the argument that the Health Care bill is the largest of its kind: 1/6 of the economy. But there is historical precedent to support the so-called “nuclear option.” Reconciliation has been … Continue reading →

One of my AP US History students showed this to me and I thought it was cute so I will share here with you! (Video below)

What follows is an email interview with Victor Davis Hanson who is one of our premiere military historians. More importantly, Dr. Hanson is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow of Classics and Military History at the Hoover Institution, Stanford … Continue reading →

A routine investigation of a stolen vehicle led to the discovery of a Civil War era cannon near Atlanta, Georgia. Upon entering the garage of the suspect’s home the investigators made a unique discovery: Old bronze greeted them. It shone … Continue reading →

Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) announced recently that Ulysses S. Grant’s portrait on the current $50 bill should be replaced with Ronald Reagan. I am one of those who happens to think Reagan was a great president, but nonetheless, I would … Continue reading →

Tomorrow “The Pacific” will debut on HBO, as 10-part miniseries based on Robert Leckie’s book titled “Helmet for My Pillow” and Eugene B. Sledge’s book titled, “With the Old Breed.” I am familiar with Sledge’s book and knowing that the … Continue reading →

By David L. Wilson [Guest post by Mr. Wilson who is a graduate of the History Department at The University of Texas. We hope to feature more from Mr. Wilson in the future.] There are very few topics in American … Continue reading →