Civil War Soldier Sarah Emma Edmonds served during the Civil War using the alias Franklin Thompson. Dressed as a man, Edmonds enlisted in the Second Michigan Regiment of Volunteer Infantry […]
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Throughout his life George Washington (1732-1799) suffered from dental problems. He lost many of his teeth while still young. The story of his teeth reveals a great deal about the
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How the Civil War Changed Funeral Practices Medical and scientific advances often arise from wars and other crises. During the Civil War, one of the changes needed was an improved
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With sleep-away camps in full swing this month, package delivery services are also a little busier than usual as parents send “care packages” filled with favorite foods or small games
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