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Unsung Battlefield: Uncovering Kansas City’s Pivotal Role in the Civil War
The story of the Kansas City Civil War is a complex and often overlooked chapter in American history, marking the […]
Dr. Mary Edwards Walker: Civil War Surgeon, Feminist, and Medal of Honor Recipient
In the annals of American history, few figures shine as brightly and controversially as Dr. Mary Edwards Walker. A true […]
Fort Lookout, Kansas: A Frontier Sentinel on the Republican River
Nestled in the remote northeast corner of Republic County, Fort Lookout, Kansas, emerged as a vital sentinel during a tumultuous […]
Unveiling the Forgotten Front: The Brutal Civil War in Oklahoma’s Indian Territory
The Civil War in Oklahoma, then known as the Indian Territory, was a complex and devastating chapter in American history, […]
Unearthing New Santa Fe, Missouri: A Pivotal Crossroads of the American West
Discover the compelling history of New Santa Fe, Missouri, a vital crossroads in 19th-century American westward expansion. This once-thriving village, […]
Sheridan at Cedar Creek: A Pivotal Civil War Victory
The Battle of Cedar Creek, fought on October 19, 1864, stands as one of the most dramatic turnarounds in American […]
Marmaduke’s Missouri Expeditions
In 1863, the tumultuous landscape of the American Civil War saw two significant Confederate incursions known as Marmaduke’s Missouri Expeditions. […]
Operations North of Boston Mountains
The Operations North of Boston Mountains represent a series of crucial military engagements that profoundly shaped the Civil War in […]
Arrow Rock, Missouri: A Historic Village on the Santa Fe Trail
Arrow Rock, Missouri, stands as a testament to American history, a historic village nestled along the Missouri River that played […]
Bruinsburg, Mississippi: A Historic Mississippi River Landing
Nestled on the banks of Bayou Pierre, just a short distance from its confluence with the mighty Mississippi River, lies […]
Divided Loyalties, Lasting Impact: The Definitive History of Native Americans in the Civil War
The American Civil War, a pivotal period in the nation’s history, profoundly impacted all who lived within its borders, including […]