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.”
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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.
George Washington, A Man in Full
Washington’s Birthday is different, because on this day, we’re focused on one man. As well we should be.
The Hearing
Yet another attempt that could lay the groundwork for the legacies of Confederate generals and soldiers to be deemed unworthy of public respect in American heritage and in modern-day American society.
George Washington’s 1796 Principled & Prescient Warning
The Cognitive War in Washington; Americans are often too myopic, short-sighted, non-strategic in our thinking. This is a major flaw we must overcome.
The Nazis were “Methed Up!”
During World War II, the Nazi regime’s use of Pervitin, a methamphetamine-based drug, was widespread among its military forces, reflecting a strategy to enhance performance and combat fatigue.
Jews Blessed America-Setting History Straight!
At the time of the American Revolution there were at least five synagogues in the colonies and most of the Jews were patriots supporting the revolution.
Justice Postponed, Too Long, Is Justice Denied
Justice Postponed, Too Long, Is Justice Denied; John DiLeo’s Reflections on the anniversary of the death of Fidel Castro.
Bunker Hill: A Veterans’ Day Message
David Cloft brings history to life as he tells the story of Bunker Hill to young children, explaining the role military veterans played in our history.
Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald: A Tale of Heroism and Heartache
In the annals of American maritime history, there are few stories as haunting and heroic as that of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald.
The Temple Mount: A Historical and Prophetic Crossroads
The Temple Mount in Jerusalem has long been a crossroads of history, faith, and prophecy. It is a site of deep religious significance, revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike.
Parody As a Weapon Part CVIII Side B
Parody As a Weapon Part CVIII Side B; Would The Longest Day have been as long if they hadn’t invented Daylight Savings Time?
General Sherman’s March to the Sea: A Contemporary Examination of the Atrocities
In the annals of the American Civil War, General William Tecumseh Sherman’s March to the Sea stands out as a defining chapter.
A Medieval Visionary at the Battle of Tours
Within fifty years of the death of Mohamed in A.D. 632, his successors had engineered military conquests all across the Middle East and North Africa. Then came, Charles Martel.
Was It A Miracle?
Was it a miracle that created the first national government whose sole responsibility was to protect and defend the rights of its citizens?
General Washington-The Education of a Virginia Patriot
George Washington, our greatest president–surveyor, planter, trader, legislator, executive, and soldier, had no higher education at all. How ever did he manage.
Pondering Everyday Life and Ancient Rome
Thinking about Ancient Rome, the history and its lasting effects on our everyday lives, from technology to culture and in-inbetween.
A Sequel to The Third World War; Focus on China
It’s time for a sequel to, “Third World War,” this time with the focus on China instead of Western Europe.