Monthly Archives: July 2022

The Last General

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Mustang

Introduction The history of Rome inspires the imaginations of those who enjoy looking into the past.  Rome existed for around 1,100 years, beginning about 625 B.C.  That is such a long period of time that historians feel compelled to study … Continue reading →

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The Adams Family

Posted on July 18, 2022 by Mustang

But first, a word … History seeks order from chaos.  It is one discipline of several in the social sciences.  The study of history must confine itself to evaluating written records.  Whatever history exists before written records must be studied … Continue reading →

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Thomas Gage

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Mustang

Introduction British General Thomas Gage was, at one time, the highest authority in North America during the early stages of the American Revolutionary War.  In his time, he was criticized by the British and the Americans alike, and to this … Continue reading →

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The Fifty-six

Posted on July 4, 2022 by Mustang

The fifty-six men who signed the Declaration of Independence pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor.  Who were these men, and what happened to them?  All of the signers of the Declaration of Independence were educated.  Some were lawyers and … Continue reading →

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