Battle of the Bands
From Revolution to Civil War, music has provided an outlet for American soldiers in camp and propelled them forward in battle. Lyrics were often...
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Pontiac's Rebellion
Violence once again shattered the forests west of the Appalachian Mountains in the spring of 1763. The peace brought on by the end of the French and...
The Revolutionary War in Kentucky
For generations, Native Americans utilized the verdant forests, streams, and meadows south of the Ohio River as their hunting grounds. At the...
The Detroit Frontier in the War of 1812
As the year 1812 opened with the United States and Great Britain spiraling toward another armed conflict the Michigan Territory emerged as a critical...
Battling Monotony
The National Civil War Museum highlights how soldiers combated boredom in wartime camps.
Abner Doubleday
If you’re a baseball fan and Civil War enthusiast, chances are you’ve heard of Abner Doubleday. This Union general was among those who defended Fort...
Take Me Out to the Vintage Ball Game!
In Gettysburg, an annual festival brings the 1864 version of “base ball” to players and spectators alike to consider the history behind the great...
Shays' Rebellion
In 1786, only a few years after the end of the Revolutionary War, the new United States had to confront a crisis: a rebellion was brewing in the very...
Yesterday’s Battlefields Meet Tomorrow’s Leaders
With a founding in 1636, the Army National Guard has a long and proud history as the United States Military’s oldest serving component. As part of the...
Native American Involvement in the War of 1812
As Great Britain and the United States spiraled toward war in the summer of 1812, Native tribes in North America found themselves pulled into the...
Warrior Legacy: Appreciating the Human Stories of War
Retired Army Captain and Trust Alumni Board Member Duke Ligon reflects upon his service during the Vietnam War and shares his personal connection to...
Food and Beverage of the Revolutionary War Era
When Americans visit grocery stores today, they can purchase foods from around the world any time of the year. Meats, fruits, and vegetables can be...