A wide assortment of topics which have been meticulously researched, studied, and assembled.
E Pluribus Unum (“Out of Many, One”), perfectly describes the invincible American defense line, established by Major General Andrew Jackson, which inflicted massive casualties on
On 13 April 1863, while on a short leave in Illinois, Colonel Benjamin H. Grierson was handed a telegram from Major General Stephen A. Hurlbut,
Irvin McDowell was a true, loyal, and dutiful soldier who was not always placed in positions that utilized his many talents as a military bureaucrat
A wide assortment of topics which have been meticulously researched, studied, and assembled.
The advent and development of distance education has provided accessible, affordable, and quality education to millions of Americans. Distance education can trace its roots to
E Pluribus Unum (“Out of Many, One”), perfectly describes the invincible American defense line, established by Major General Andrew Jackson, which inflicted massive casualties on
The origins of the U.S. Army’s mounted forces date back to 12 December 1776, when the Continental Congress authorized a regiment of cavalry.
The Army organized a total of nine CATs. Each team typically had five soldier-artists, plus a supervisor. Each CAT would spend sixty days in Vietnam
American Field Artillery continued to play an important role in post-World War II conflicts such as the Korean, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf Wars.
An exploration of a variety of human experiences by soldier artists. Gain a deeper understanding of army history outside of dates and statistics.
An exploration of a variety of human experiences by soldier artists. Gain a deeper understanding of army history outside of dates and statistics.
Carl E. “Gene” Snyder created works in a variety of media, including several pieces focusing on Army peacekeeping and humanitarian missions overseas.
The origins of the U.S. Army’s mounted forces date back to 12 December 1776, when the Continental Congress authorized a regiment of cavalry.
Biographies of the lives of people who served, and the ripple effects they have on the contemporary world.
Dryden was immediately appointed as one of Company D’s eight corporals, and he was promoted to sergeant before the 24th Ohio saw its first action
Edgar G. “Eddie” Ireland epitomized the strength of the American citizen-soldier in World War II and has been a role model of determination and optimism
Albert Cowper Smith, the son of Eugene and Blanch Smith, was born on 5 June 1894 in Warrenton, Virginia. “Coop,” as he was called by
Biographies of the lives of people who served, and the ripple effects they have on the contemporary world.
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, on 11 October 1928, Robinson grew up in a close-knit family. His father, who had been a soldier in France
Dryden was immediately appointed as one of Company D’s eight corporals, and he was promoted to sergeant before the 24th Ohio saw its first action
The U.S. Army has a long history of employing animals in various missions. From the oxen-drawn sleds of the Knox Expedition dragging cannon from Fort
The Army’s specifications for the Pershing were stringent. For maximum mobility, the Pershing was to weigh no more than 10,000 pounds and include two stages.
In the autumn of 1918, a powerful new American weapon was introduced to provide assault troops that type of weapon: the Browning Automatic Rifle, then
The weapons, machines, vehicles, and tools that helped move the Army forward.
An exploration of a variety of human experiences by soldier artists. Gain a deeper understanding of army history outside of dates and statistics.
At the outbreak of World War II, the U.S. Army was ill-prepared for the mechanized, maneuver warfare employed by the German Wehrmacht.
The U.S. Army has a long history of employing animals in various missions. From the oxen-drawn sleds of the Knox Expedition dragging cannon from Fort
At home or abroad, these are the places and facilities in which the Army has conducted operations.
Fort Drum, also known as El Fraile Island, was a heavily fortified site situated at the mouth of Manila Bay in the Philippines, due south
The camp was named for the famous Civil War cavalry officer Wesley Merritt (1836-1910). Following the Civil War, Merritt served in the Indian Wars and
Before the Army could mount another offensive, its efforts to bring the Navajos under control were interrupted in 1861 by the beginning of the Civil
At home or abroad, these are the places and facilities in which the Army has conducted operations.
by Terrance McGovern Fort Wool has played an important role in America’s history, yet even the fort’s current existence has faded from America’s memory. Known
Fort Drum, also known as El Fraile Island, was a heavily fortified site situated at the mouth of Manila Bay in the Philippines, due south
Extensively researched, crisply written, and featuring excellent maps, Small but Important Riots belongs on the bookshelf of both students of the Gettysburg Campaign, as well
Soldier of Destiny is comprehensive, concise, and well-organized, and readers will find it an easy and enjoyable read.
By Kenneth P. White Casemate Publishers, 2024 ISBN 978-1-63624-401-3 Photographs. Maps. Bibliography. Index. Pp. xvi, 221. $34.95 There is certainly no doubt that the author
Find your next great read or dive further into your newest favorite topic.
Find your next great read or dive further into your newest favorite topic.
For the Boys is an account of the experiences of Lieutenant Mary Balster, a young woman who was determined to put her nursing training to
Extensively researched, crisply written, and featuring excellent maps, Small but Important Riots belongs on the bookshelf of both students of the Gettysburg Campaign, as well
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Go out and uncover history around you.
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