American Civil War
Field Notes: United States Colored Troops Get New Recognition
Atlanta History Center acquires rare USCT regimental flag
Civil Rights
Cherokee Bike Riders Travel the Trail of Tears
Tribe members cycled 950 miles to remember their ancestors' ordeal
Civil War Figures
“Glory” Returns to the Big Screen
Oscar-winning epic about black soldiers in the Civil War will be re-released July 24
World War II
Gene Roddenberry’s Near-Death Experiences in the Pacific War
The future creator of Star Trek served in the South Pacific as a B-17 pilot, surviving tropical storms, flak and a fatal crash
World War II
Movie Messerschmitts Return to the Air
Spanish-built versions of the Me-109 lend an air of authenticity to World War II feature films.
Vietnam War
R&R on the Beaches of South Vietnam
Troops in Vietnam blow off some steam during their one-year tour of duty
Civil War Figures
In the Civil War, Surrendering Was Often an Act of Honor
Major Robert Anderson became a Union hero for losing the fight for Fort Sumter
American Civil War
Out to the Old Ball Game, Civil War Style
Tennesseans re-create the national pastime the way soldiers played it
Vietnam War
French Strategy in 1940s Sets Course for The U.S. Later
Author William M. Waddell presents a thoroughly illuminating, refreshingly balanced interpretation of the French war for Indochina.
American Civil War
Asleep at the Gap
In 1862 Union general John Pope had a chance to cut the Confederate army in half. He blew it.
Europe
Finding the Past and Present at Waterloo
Waterloo Uncovered, a charity for military veterans, sends its members on excavations at the battle site of Waterloo, and come across some unexpected finds
American Independence
Online Exclusive: Morgan’s Tactical Magic Smashes British Charge at Cowpens
On terrain that favored his rifleman, rough-hewn American general routed overconfident British regulars
Civil War Figures
Postwar Dinner Guests Dished and Debated Confederate Heroes
At a Baltimore table in 1887, the discussion centered around Lee, Jackson, Stuart, and Longstreet
Civil War Figures
Lincoln Memorial: A Temple of Tolerance
Cruel irony of segregated dedication ceremony has given way to reverence and rallies
president james
The Embattled President: James Madison Under Fire
In 1814 James Madison rode into the Battle of Bladensburg and became the first sitting president to be on a battlefield under fire.
