Santísima Trinidad: A Mighty Warship of the 18th Century Sailing Era
The 18th century, often referred to as the Age of Sail, witnessed the emergence of powerful sailing vessels that played a pivotal role in shaping the course of history.
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The Life of Sgt. I-See-O, Kiowa Scout and Peacemaker of the U.S. Army’s 7th Cavalry
Born to Kiowa parents in Indian Territory in the Oklahoma-Kansas region shortly after the 1848 conclusion of the Mexican-American War, Tahbonemah (Ta-bone-mah), later known as Sergeant I-See-O, would serve the U.S. Army’s 7th Cavalry Regiment as a tracker for nearly four decades until his death.
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Zebulon Pike’s 1805 Journey to Minnesota in Search of the Mississippi’s Headwaters
Zebulon Pike would go on to explore swaths of North America – becoming a legend in a growing nation.
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From ‘General Bonaparte’ to ‘Napoleon’ to ‘Hannibal’: The Evolution of a Military Legend, 1800-1838
From 1800 on, the First Consul became less and less ‘General Bonaparte’ and more ‘Napoleon.’ The Constitution of the Year X (1802) granted him the title of First Consul for Life.
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An American Look at Napoleon’s “Dark Age” Press, 1810-1811
Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte’s key to perpetuating the war despite setbacks was ensuring the compliance of the people at home. Thus total control over French newspapers fueled the constant call for more soldiers.
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