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Photo of the Week
The 20th President is shot on July 2, 1881 by Charles Guiteau. Garfield dies 79 days later and Guiteau is hanged. This illustration, originally published in Harper’s Weekly on October 1, 1881, depicts the somber scene of the deathbed of President James A. Garfield at Francklyn Cottage in Elberon, New Jersey. Surrounded by mourning family […]
Recipes of the 19th Century
“The Frugal Housekeeper’s Kitchen Companion, or, Guide to Economical Cookery” is a cookbook written by Eliza Ann Wheeler and published in 1847. It focuses on providing recipes and instructions for American housewives, emphasizing economical and practical cooking. The book includes recipes for various meats, vegetables, cakes, puddings, pastry, and other delicacies, all aimed at those […]
Civil War Jeopardy
Think you know your history? Put your knowledge to the test with our latest trivia challenge. From famous quotes to lesser-known facts, this quiz covers a wide range of topics designed to educate, entertain, and maybe even stump the most seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re here to learn something new or prove your expertise, dive in […]
Civil War Generals Quiz
Test your knowledge of Civil War history with our latest quiz, featuring 20 carefully selected questions that highlight the personalities, pivotal battles, and unforgettable moments of the conflict. From battlefield legends to infamous last words, this quiz challenges both casual enthusiasts and seasoned historians alike. Whether you’re brushing up on Union generals or diving deep […]
Crossword Puzzle Week 1
As tensions grew between North and South, the United States found itself on a path toward conflict that would eventually erupt into civil war. This crossword will help you review key events, people, and ideas that shaped the nation during the decades leading up to 1861. From compromises and court cases to abolitionists and acts […]
John Browns Raid at Harpers Ferry
This blog will take you through the early life of John Brown and his raid at Harpers Ferry, through original photographs in our collection. John Brown is best known for his radical abolitionist views and the violence he would take to see those views become a reality. Humbling Begining for the Life of John Brown […]
September 17, 1862: The Battle of Antietam
You are there: General Robert E. Lee’s first invasion of the north ends at Sharpsburg, Maryland with a total of 22,727 American casualties during the bloodiest one day battle in U.S. history. Lee makes his bold move after turning back George McClellan’s 105,000 man force south of Richmond in June and repeating an earlier Confederate […]
September 14, 1814: Ft. McHenry
You are there: The Atlantic coast phase in America’s second war for independence from Britain better known as the War of 1812, comes to an end with the successful defense of Ft. McHenry in Baltimore harbor. Battle of Lundy Lane On July 25, 1814, the bloodiest single battle of the war takes place at Lundy’s […]
September 9, 1837: Mt. Holyoke Female Seminary Opens
You are there: When Mary Lyon opens her Mt. Holyoke Female Seminary, the movement toward educating women and achieving gender equality takes a giant step forward. 1 From the colonial era on, the role of women in America’s society is carefully prescribed according to the rules of “coverture” inherited from British Common Law. A married […]
September 2, 1864: The Fall Of Atlanta
You are there: Fourteen months after the Confederate losses at Gettysburg (7/3/63) and Vicksburg (7/4/63), the fall of Atlanta seals the fate of the deep south. The battle matches two of the leading generals of the entire war: the rebels Joseph Johnston and William Tecumseh Sherman for the Union. Johnston is born in 1807 at […]