John Brown was an American abolitionist who fought in Bleeding Kansas and ultimately became the first person in the U.S. hung for treason. John Brown’s Raid would become known as the dress rehearsal for the Civil War, and the actions of him and his men would go down as some of the boldest in an attempt to free slaves in America. Read next: Get To Know Doris Miller, the First … [Read more...]
Juneteenth 2022 Will Celebrate Freedom
In case you missed it, the United States of America has something to celebrate. Juneteenth 2022 is going to be here soon, and the holiday is the perfect time to look at our past mistakes and embrace a better future through hope, goodness to our fellow human, healing, and jubilation. There have been regional celebrations involving Juneteenth National Independence Day, but … [Read more...]
When Did The Last Civil War Veteran Die?
Have you ever wondered to yourself, “When did the last Civil War Veteran die?” Well, the last Civil War Veteran to die was Albert Henry Woolson on August 2, 1956. Following his father’s enlistment, Woolson enlisted with Company C, 1st Minnesota Heavy Artillery Regiment, as a drummer boy at the age of 14 on October 10, 1864. He was discharged on September 7, 1865, and never saw … [Read more...]