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Announcing my next book…
Hi everyone. I’ve been writing fewer blog posts recently because I’ve been busy with several book projects. And, because I wasn’t visiting historic sites during Covid — since so many were closed. (Was just at Mount Vernon last week, but … Continue reading
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The Colonial Marines and Tangier Island
In celebration of African American history this month, I’m sharing the link to an article I wrote for the current issue of Chesapeake Bay magazine. It’s adapted from my book, Star-Spangled, and tells the fascinating story of the Colonial Marines, … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, military
Tagged Colonial Marines, Fort albion, tangier island, VA, War of 1812
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Happy Anniversary to the Pilgrims
It’s not every day a history site in the United States gets to celebrate a 400th anniversary. (for perspective, 2026 marks the 250th birthday of the US) This year was supposed to be the big 400th commemoration of Plymouth, Massachusetts … Continue reading
Posted in 17th century, 21st century, Native American, pre-America
Tagged MA, Pilgrims, Plymouth, Wampanoag
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Thoughts on changing history
History is changing… as it always has. Some of you cry, “Revisionist history!” Others argue, “History cannot change, it’s what happened.” The facts don’t usually change, an event happened at a certain place, on a certain date (though even these … Continue reading
A magical moment at Mount Vernon
Recently I experienced what I call a magical moment at a history site. I haven’t been to any historic sites since March, thanks to the pandemic. I was happy to hear that Mount Vernon, George Washington’s restored home near Alexandria, … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, house, President
Tagged George Washington, Mount Vernon, potomac river, VA
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15 things you don’t know about the Star-Spangled Banner
If you are American, chances are you know the words to the US national anthem, the Star-Spangled Banner. It’s about a flag referred to by the same name. The song tells a story of an historic event. While … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, city/town, military, national park
Tagged Baltimore, flag, flag house, Fort Mchenry, MD, Star Spangled Banner
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Star-Spangled is now available!
“Grove provides a page-turning narrative that enhances the familiar aspects of this story and fills in those little-known areas… Generous archival illustrations and the rich and varied backmatter make this a boon for fledgling … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, city/town, International, military, national park
Tagged Baltimore, Fort Mchenry, MD, national anthem, Star Spangled Banner
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In praise of historic sites
I’ve enjoyed visiting history places ever since I can remember. Whether Devil’s Den at the Gettysburg battlefield or the hallowed room of Independence Hall in Philadelphia or the sweeping lawn of Mount Vernon, places have captured my imagination and allowed … Continue reading
Ironbridge Gorge’s place in world history
The world’s first iron bridge. Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, industry, International
Tagged bridge, ironbridge, shropshire, UK
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Gloucester Cathedral and the US national anthem
An unexpected connection to American history found in Gloucester Cathedral in England. Continue reading
