Category: History and Civics

  • WW1 and WW2: Ukraine

    The historical struggle of Ukraine from World War I through Soviet oppression is marked by significant humanitarian crises, national aspirations, and violent repressions that shaped contemporary identity and conflict.

  • Book Reviews: Berry, Cussler, and WW2 Gold

    Steve Berry’s The Atlas Maneuver innovatively merges WWII treasure hunting with cryptocurrency, creating a compelling espionage thriller, while Clive Cussler’s The Solomon Curse offers a more conventional, less impactful adventure.

  • American History: June’s Defining Moments

    June 2025 highlights significant historical anniversaries encompassing constitutional foundations, global conflicts, civil rights achievements, and technological advancements, reflecting humanity’s ongoing quest for freedom, justice, and progress.

  • From Mysticism to Resistance: How Andor Reframes the Star Wars Rebellion

    The post argues for a pedagogical shift to viewing Andor Season 2, Rogue One, and A New Hope as a trilogy, emphasizing material resistance and moral complexities of rebellion against authoritarianism.

  • ReBlog CW160: Memorial Day

    This is one of several articles in my brief history series about the US Civil War and its 160 anniversary. Originally published Memorial Day 2018. Updated May 2023. In 1970, Memorial Day became a federal holiday on the last Monday in May and now most people are not even sure what the holiday is about…

  • WW1@100 The Ottoman-Arab War

    World War I significantly transformed the Middle East, dismantling the Ottoman Empire and establishing colonial mandates, creating enduring conflicts and complexities affecting the region today.