Lincoln at Fort Stevens the only sitting president under fire
The 1864 defense of Washington at Fort Stevens saw President Lincoln accompany General Wright to the parapet as Early’s forces pressed the capital. Lincoln witnessed heavy sharpshooter fire and remained at the scene, a moment later commemorated by a granite monument marking his presence during combat.
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Fort de Russey
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Washington Globe
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Abe
Fifty-eighth Virginia Infantry
Wright Sketch of Lincoln Fort Stevens Tablet History
An 1895 sketch by Jarammous artist Kelly, directed by Gen. Wright at Fort Stevens, depicts Lincoln on the parapet under Early’s fire. The finished drawing, later used for a tablet dedicated July 12, 1911, preserves Wright’s supervision and a historic Washington scene.
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United States Army Recruiting News
Dexter's Joel Butler: Rise, pride, and a town’s future
In 19th century Dexter, Joel Butler builds the first general store, grows with the town, and becomes mayor. His ambition breeds arrogance until Hartwell’s rival store wins railroad contracts, exposing Butler’s overreach and reshaping the community’s power dynamics.
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Siestone Dexter Department Store
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Sam
Blackie
Joel Butler
Joel
Dexter
N&re
Brown Lumber Company
Biurler
Tner
Lumber Company
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Tomas
Barile
Josi
Eveliahie
Moreov
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Bob
Hertwell
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Jozl
Barniett
Cust
Joal
Nantucket Homes and Hats in 1870s Past Picture
In Nantucket, early 1870s life is recalled with mentions of a sale of 150 dollars and two beaver hats, a pattern of industry, and the era’s architecture. The text paints streets of rose covered cottages, Georgian doors, and centuries old houses that echo Puritan days and vacation appeal.
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Collins
Woolsons
Sears
Nantucket
Elsa Pores
Tangram Puzzle Ties History To Modern Quizzes
A 4000 year old Tangram puzzle said to have been created by Tan uses seven cut pieces to form a variety of shapes. The ancient game reportedly gained popularity comparable to present day quiz formats.
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Tan
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