Tag: Civil War
Women’s History Month: Clara Barton, humanitarian
Clara Barton (1821–1912) was an American nurse, suffragist and humanitarian who is best remembered for organizing the American Red Cross. I covered her last year
Women’s History Month: Marie Colvin, Journalist
Marie Colvin (1956-2012) was a brave journalist who would go into areas of conflict, putting herself in harm’s way, to report the atrocities few in
Genealogy – Fayette County WV 1861-64
During a visit to the KYOWVA Historical Society’s library, I came across an interesting bit of information while researching their Fayette County records for the
Travel: Judy Takes On WV /or/ The History(ish) of Me (Oct 2018)
This is a massive post for a massive adventure! Be prepared for a long read! It has been three months since my wonderful friend came
Travel: Buffington Island Battlefield Memorial Park (Portland, Ohio)
I like to plan what I am doing. It is a huge component of my character. I like to be familiar with the area, to
