Mark Couvillon Unveils the Untold Story: Patrick Henry's First Marriage and Sarah Shelton's Struggles

Get a factual history of Patrick Henry's first marriage to Sarah Shelton, whose mental health was agonizing.

Oct 11, 2024

A Perspective of 19th Century America From a Woman Who Bought Her Freedom: My Review of Elizabeth Keckley’s View Behind the Scenes

There are many reasons you should read Elizabeth Keckley's Behind the Scenes or Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House.

Aug 08, 2024

The Reason for and Results from My Drive West to Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown

A drive to Patrick Henry's Scotchtown in search of a book is inspiring more history for this blog.

Jun 23, 2024

A Review of "Witness to the Revolution" by Michael Cecere and Jennifer Cecere: Insights from a Blogger

Michael and Jennifer Cecere's Witness to the Revolution is an historical fiction novel you don't want to miss.

Feb 11, 2024

Weekend Reads for American History Lovers

Do you love American history? I have three very different books that make for perfect weekend reading.

Jan 28, 2024

Thank Goodness Abigail Smith Adams Loved to Write Letters Because They Show the Woman Behind the Public Image

History is about real people. Abigail Adams' letters give us a glimpse into the private thoughts behind her public image.

Aug 07, 2023