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Off to War 1 year 36 weeks ago

We've become immune to the pain and agony of sending our loved ones off to war. Sure we see the families on the news, crying, hugging and children clinging to their father's and mother's legs. We sigh, wish there was no war, and change the channel.

For those of us who have had to send those we love off to war, not once, but many times, it is a heart wrenching moment. An experience that brings emotions to the surface of our hearts and minds that will never be forgotten.

the aftermath of a war , when families need to close ranks and upbuild oneanother, more than ever 2 years 26 weeks ago

Tis a true story of a young soldier who came back from a war , somewhat changed in his personality. His little cousin, who loved him so much was the only one who seemed to notice that his smile was not the same.Now he only smiled with his mouth.....

Introduction to American Civil War 2 years 14 weeks ago

The American Civil War was a four-year armed conflict between northern and southern sections of the United States. It also is called the War Between the States, the War of the Rebellion, the War for the Union, and the War for Southern Independence.

Uniforms of the Union Army.

The Civil War cost more American lives than any other war in history.

The North far surpassed the South in population, wealth, industrial capacity, and natural resources.

The Civil War Blanton Men of Valor, Jeanie Blanton-Trimble 1 year 24 weeks ago

On April 14, 1861, Fort Sumter had to suffer a thirty-four hour shelling by the Confederate Army. This was the beginning of a bloody and costly war, and the lives of our young men and boys that served in this war would be forever changed. They were soon trained to be expert executioners and were dying by the thousands on battlefields left red with the blood of these young men. As you read The Civil War Blanton Soldiers of Valor, let the history of this horrible war live in your mind, and feel the pain and grief the families of these young men had to suffer.

Being a Teenager During The Vietnam War 2 years 30 weeks ago

Being a teenager during the Vietnam War was definitely an experience I wouldn't recommend for most teens. Almost every day revolved around the war, whether it was on the news, in school, or just being talked about at home. Yes, those growing up during that time of war were affected in ways most people cannot understand. Check out my story and find out what it was like growing up during the Vietnam War!