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Southern Insurrection and Lincoln’s Suspension of the ‘Great Writ’
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An Evening With Vince Gill
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Col. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain switched tactics just in time to turn the tide of the Civil War.

For This Mother-Daughter Cooking Duo, Home Is Where the Kimchi Is
When Korean American Sarah Ahn set out to document her mother’s recipes, she found the home she'd been missing. Now she’s sharing them with the world.

Southern Insurrection and Lincoln’s Suspension of the ‘Great Writ’
In ‘This Week in History,’ when the Confederacy fired upon Fort Sumter, Lincoln responded with a call to arms and a constitutionally explosive order.

5 Excellent Poetry Resources
Learning to write poetry doesn’t have to be a difficult endeavor—these resources are a helpful guide on the English language as well as descriptive writing.
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Ask the Builder: Keeping Heavy Things on Walls
When hanging a large flat screen TV on the wall, we should never hope that it doesn’t fall. It needs to be guaranteed.

Digger’s Wartime Letter Details the Act of God That Saved His Life
Sergeant who escaped the Fall of Singapore via a small boat and ended up in northern Australia.

Clio’s Wars: How We Interpret Our Past Will Determine Our Future
When national identity fractures and ideologies rise, historical nuance gets lost in the rubble.

40 Years of Flying Into Danger to Save Lives
Grey says he loves flying, but loves even more what it allows him to do for people in need.

Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant
These expert cleaning hacks will make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.

A Historical Hill in San Diego, a Tribute to California’s First Presidio
The lesser-known Presidio in San Diego is wroth a trip; visitors discover Californian history, architecture from the 18th century, and beautiful city views.

‘Lonelyhearts’: Unraveling Secrets of the Heart
Montgomery Clift plays off the strong presence of Robert Ryan in this 1950s film.

‘Murder by Cheesecake’: Return to a Golden Age of TV
‘Murder by Cheesecake’ gives fans a chance to enjoy the exploits of Miami’s Four Musketeers again.

Gunston Hall: Home of a Founding Father
The influential words of George Mason informed the Bill of Rights. His home, Gunston Hall, is indicative of the Georgian style of architecture.

Students Need Field Trips More Than Ever
Research shows that field trips can improve grades, reduce absences, and awaken passion in students across the board.

14 Test-Taking Tips to Help You Ace Your Next Exam
A good test day means avoiding last-minute scrambles, listening to instructions, and getting a good night’s sleep.

Choosing College: A Conversation With Dr. Shaan Patel
Board-certified dermatologist and entrepreneur Dr. Shaan Patel started his path to success in college—here’s how you can, too.

From School Principal to Homeschool Mom: A Conversation With Mandy Davis
Mandy Davis, author and founder of Homebuilt Education, shares why she left standard schools to create a thriving home classroom for her children.