Tag Archives: James Robertson

New Year’s Resolutions: “You may be whatever you resolve to be.”

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Chris Mackowski

With all the talk of resolutions at this time of year, I’m reminded of one of Stonewall Jackson’s favorite maxims: “You may be whatever you resolve to be.” I don’t know if you’re one of those folks who make New … Continue reading →

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“Essential” Reading for Civil War Buffs

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Liam McGurl

Getting an understanding of Civil War scholarship can be difficult for those unversed in its topics. And, since the war continues to shape the world we know, it’s important to find that comprehension. There’s a solution to the confusion surrounding … Continue reading →

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Stonewall vs. Stonewall vs. Stonewall: Such Books as These!

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Chris Mackowski

Does the world need another Stonewall Jackson biography? Of course, the world will read another Stonewall Jackson biography. There are thousands of people just like me who can’t get enough of old Jack. But that’s not what I’m asking here…. … Continue reading →

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Remembering the war, the centennial, and the sesquicentennial

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Caroline Davis

Guest-poster Caroline Davis is wrapping up an internship at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. Now that the dust has settled from the Chancellorsville sesquicentennial, we asked her to reflect on what she learned from the commemoration. Because her work … Continue reading →

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