The Poetic Crusades of John Greenleaf Whittier
Poetry is, like any writing, a tool in the hand of the poet, and at times, can be used as a weapon in the hand of a crusader. It has often been said that “The pen is mightier than the … Read More »
"The Perfect Historical Primer"
Poetry is, like any writing, a tool in the hand of the poet, and at times, can be used as a weapon in the hand of a crusader. It has often been said that “The pen is mightier than the … Read More »
History has, in a very small way, been made today. I have written my first blogpost with a Latin title. I could easily have titled it in English but let’s face it: Latin is cooler. “Ubi decus moritur, homo est … Read More »
Henry Clay ran thrice for President. Obviously, he lost thrice. This does not diminish the importance of this political figure in American history. Clay was one of the leading senators in American history and together with John C. Calhoun and … Read More »
Noah Webster is called the “Father of American Education” today and indeed he was the primary founder of the educational system of the early Republic. Webster firmly believed in God and he believed that the best education a child could … Read More »
Some are willing to acknowledge the part that Christian principles played in the foundation of our nation and government but would they be so bold to believe that the American Revolution itself was a Christian movement? I believe in some … Read More »
Daniel Webster was a great American orator, attorney and statesmen. He was born in 1782 to Ebenezer and Abigail Webster. He attended Dartmouth College. During his life he also served as a US senator, a US representative and the secretary … Read More »