by Chad Larsen | May 1, 2023
On June 28, 1778, an indecisive engagement ensued between the American forces under General George Washington, and the British army under General Sir Henry Clinton. This battle could have been a “disastrous defeat” if General George Washington did not take control of...
by Nicholas Reichert | May 1, 2023
Why were the early American’s fighting in the American Revolution? They were fighting for freedom and liberty. The American army, or the Patriots, were determined to gain their societal freedom from the British rule. William Waller was a rifleman in George...
by Olivia Beshara | Mar 29, 2023
As museum visitors make their way through the exhibits, they come across a document dated July 18, 1787, titled “Notes of Debates in the Federal Convention.” This document, created by James Madison, is a significant piece of American history and provides a...
by Cassandra Rudderow | May 2, 2022
The American eighteenth and nineteenth century was a time period in which industrialization and innovation flourished. These years followed a time of colonization which was crucial for the foundation of America. The nation experiences a shift from a farming centered...
by Anthony Bufalini | Apr 6, 2022
For my historical source, I decided to analyze the classic structure known as “The White House”. For some simple background, the White House was built between 1792-1800. The main architect behind the construction is known as James Hoban, a man whom George Washington...