Leonidas at Thermopylae: The Ultimate Stand of Bravery and Sacrifice
This story is not just about a battle, but about unwavering bravery, unshakeable confidence, and a willingness to fight for something far greater than oneself.
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What would YOU have done, in 1861?
If I had lived in a Southern state in early 1861, I would have fought for the Confederacy. Even if I loved the Union and loathed slavery. Here are some reasons why.
Custer’s Defeat and its Tragic Fallout
Custer’s Defeat and the Tragic Fallout for Native American Tribes compared to Israel’s actions in Gaza.
The Opening Ceremony That Ended the Olympics
When viewers all over the world watched the 2024 Paris Olympics open, they were shocked to see a blasphemous tableau in which Jesus Christ and the Twelve Apostles were painted as drag queens and transsexuals. Caught in this monument to impropriety, the “Powers That Be” issued the statement that the performers were reimagining a bacchanal, …
Theodore Roosevelt: The Bull Moose Who Survived an Assassin’s Bullet
While campaigning in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for a third term as president under the Progressive Party, or “Bull Moose Party,” Teddy Roosevelt was shot by a would-be assassin named John Schrank.
The Plain of Weehawken, and the Loss of a Hero
Reflections on the anniversary of America’s most tragic duel… Early in the morning of July 11, 1804, the Vice President and the former Secretary of the Treasury stood on the Plain of Weehawken – a wild land in New Jersey, where the laws were different from civilized New York, across the water – and they …
Murica! The Revolutionary War: A Fight for Gun Rights NOT Tea Prices
As we look back at yesterday’s Fourth of July celebration, let’s take a moment to revisit the true essence of the American Revolutionary War.
Courage and Commitment at the Continental Congress
“And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.”
The Siege of Vienna
The Battle of Vienna in 1683 was a decisive moment that determined the future religious and cultural landscape of Europe.
Embracing Our Patriotic United States Past to Move Forward
In the quest for a brighter and more unified future, it is essential to recognize the role of history in shaping our national identity.
Juneteenth: An Exclusionary Celebration?
The designation of Juneteenth as a federal holiday has sparked considerable debate, with critics arguing that its establishment is exclusionary and divisive.
A Satirical Comparison: Uncle Joe vs. Nero
Emperor Nero, that ancient rockstar of depravity, makes our current political circus look like a tea party.
Western Civ On the Brink
Who stands for the West? “Hey, Hey, Ho, Ho. Western civ has got to go.” (Jesse Jackson, Stanford University, 1992)
Viet-Nam War officially ended 49 years ago today
I received a text message from an Army buddy this morning, reminding me that the Viet-Nam War officially ended 49 years ago today.
The Ominous Legacy of the Georgia Guidestones; Rapid Depopulation to Save the Planet
The Georgia Guidestones, although destroyed in July 2022, left behind an ominous legacy regarding humanity’s uncertain future
Cabrini-A Generational Heroine
When Hollywood produces a film about Italian Americans, it usually is of a certain vintage and the purveyors of such art are usually their descendants. In a change of pace, enter the talented duo of director Alejandro Monteverde and screenwriter Rod Barr who collaborated last year on the highly acclaimed Sound of Freedom, one of …
Beware the Ides of March: Lessons from Ancient Rome
The Ides of March gained infamy due to its association with Caesar’s murder, an event immortalized in William Shakespeare’s play “Julius Caesar.”
The Moral Imperative: Why the US Should Have Taken a Greater Role in the Warsaw Ghetto
In the annals of history, the Warsaw Ghetto stands as a haunting symbol of humanity’s darkest hour—a stark reminder of the atrocities perpetrated during the Holocaust.
Unlocking Wisdom: Embracing the Unknown in Decision Making
“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles.” ~Sun Tzu
Hiram Maxim: Ethical Considerations of Arms Sales in Times of Conflict
Hiram Maxim, an American-born inventor, left an indelible mark on history with his groundbreaking invention of the machine gun.