Battle of Antietam: Deadliest Day in US History
On this day in history, September 17, 1862, Union forces beat back a Confederate invasion of Maryland at the Battle…
Nancy Vawter
Nancy Vawter has been a reporter and writer since shortly after her graduation from the University of Arizona. She spent seven years with the New York Post, working as a national feature writer in New York. She later taught journalism as an assistant professor at American University in Washington.
Fort Sumter: The First Shots of the Civil War
April 12, 1861 is the day that will forever be remembered as the opening day of hostilities between the North…
Medal of Honor Legends: Almond Fisher and Leonard Funk
The markers on the graves of Almond Fisher and Leonard Funk in Arlington National Cemetery have these words just below…
Navajo Code Talkers of WWII
The secret weapon of the Marine Corps against Japan during World War Two were the Navajo Code Talkers and their…
Who Were the Original Choctaw Code Talkers?
If not for the success of the Choctaw Code Talkers, how likely is it that another Native American language, the…
Impact Of The P-51 Mustang In WWII
The P-51 Mustang fighter plane was a truly remarkable aircraft that changed the nature of the air war over Europe…
The History of the “V” Sign for Victory and Peace
Imagine being in a crowd during WWII England and experiencing the groundswell of emotion in witnessing Winston Churchill attempting to…
Music and Its Impact on American Society
What is music? Defining music is a daunting task that many different people with varying professions and interests have attempted…
The Most Memorable Black Gospel Performances
Gospel music is a religious form of music that has widespread popularity and a long history. Both white and black…
The History of Soul Music
Soul music is the creation of altering social conditions and diverse musical influences. Tracing its roots into the traditional folk…