Education in America – Part 4
History of education for African Americans during Reconstruction
Education in America – Part 3
Horace Mann and Henry Barnard We’ve traced the beginnings of education in America through the seventeenth and eighteenth century, and shown how the genesis was in New England, Virginia, and Louisiana. Public schools had Christian roots, as the clergy and … Continued
Education in America – Part 2
The Puritan emphasis on education, aimed at reading the Bible, resulted in a seventy percent literacy rate. And though education was focused on boys, girls also attended the grammar and dame schools.
American Public Education – Why, how, and when? Part 1
First in a series on the history of education In America today, the idea of compulsory government run education is widely accepted, and mandated by law – or is it? In this series we will examine the history of education, … Continued
Did you know… The Northernmost battle of the Civil War?
Civil War Tuesdays John Hunt Morgan (June 1, 1825 – September 4, 1864) was a flamboyant Confederate Civil War general, who used unconventional tactics and often made his own orders and rules. In June 1863 Morgan obtained permission from General … Continued
Federal Occupation of Nashville
On February 25, 1862, Federal troops marched into Nashville, Tn. The city would see a later battle for possession in 1864, but at this early date, General Don Carlos Buell occupied the city, as the Federals sought to follow up … Continued
Engineers don’t get the love – John G. Parke
Did you know… John Parke? Civil War Tuesday Quiet, determined and competent – those aren’t qualities that always win fanfare and recognition, yet few armies could function without such commanders. John Parke was one of them. He was present or … Continued
Do you know… Cynthia Wesley?
One of the most vicious and tragic crimes ever perpetrated against humanity – Martin Luther King Jr.
Civil War Quotes of the Week
Be not exacting in the choice of weapons; pikes, and scythes will do for exterminating your enemies, spades and shovels for protecting your friends.
Did you know… Elbridge Gerry?
“If every man here was a Gerry,” Adams claimed, “the Liberties of America would be safe against the Gates of Earth and Hell.