Clarissa “Clara” Harlowe Barton, an American Civil War nurse, is most notably known for being the … Clara Barton’s Extraordinary Work as a NurseRead more
Wars
The Bloody and Gruesome Seven Days Battles
Six major battles, called the Seven Days Battles, during the American Civil War were fought between … The Bloody and Gruesome Seven Days BattlesRead more
France’s Beneficial Assistance to America in the Revolutionary War
Without the French, America may have never won the Revolutionary War. At that time, it was … France’s Beneficial Assistance to America in the Revolutionary WarRead more
Battles That Made History: The Siege of Yorktown
Last time on Battles that Made History, we talked about the legendary Battle of the 300, commonly … Battles That Made History: The Siege of YorktownRead more
American History: Iconic Images You Will Never Forget
There is an old Neil Young song that has a line that says “rust never sleeps.” … American History: Iconic Images You Will Never ForgetRead more
The Life of Revolutionary British General Sir Henry Clinton
General Sir Henry Clinton was a British General during the American Revolutionary War. After arriving in … The Life of Revolutionary British General Sir Henry ClintonRead more
Florence Nightingale: “The Lady with the Lamp”
Florence Nightingale was an English nurse known for her work during the Crimean war. Every night, … Florence Nightingale: “The Lady with the Lamp”Read more
Robert E. Lee: Famous Confederate Army General
Robert E. Lee was the general of the Confederate Army during the infamous American Civil War. … Robert E. Lee: Famous Confederate Army GeneralRead more
The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison Ship
During the American Revolutionary War, the HMS Jersey, or “Hell” as many called it, was used … The HMS Jersey: Gruesome Revolutionary Prison ShipRead more
Henry Knox: First American Secretary of War
General Henry Knox was a close friend of George Washington’s, and the first Secretary of War. … Henry Knox: First American Secretary of WarRead more