In 2025, we mark 160 years since the end of the American Civil War—a brutal conflict that defined, divided, and ultimately reshaped our nation. It’s also been 160 years since the tragic night when Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents, was struck down at Ford’s Theatre, just days after Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. For … Continue reading What If Lincoln Had Lived?
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Blogmas the Third
Welcome to day 3 of Blogmas! As we count down the days to Christmas, I'm excited to share a little holiday cheer with you. Each day until December 25th, I'll be posting festive content to help get you into the spirit of the season. From the way we see the holidays in pop culture to … Continue reading Blogmas the Third
Rewatching Quantum Leap – Episode 95
As a self-proclaimed Quantum Leap aficionado, I've seen my fair share of episodes that bend the rules of the show's universe. But none quite as daringly as the season five gem, "The Leap Between the States." In this episode, Sam Beckett (Scott Bakula) leaps into his own great-grandfather, Captain John Beckett, during the American Civil … Continue reading Rewatching Quantum Leap – Episode 95
AFI #18 – The General
The General 1926 Directed by Clyde Bruckman & Buster Keaton Netflix says... Rejected by the Confederate Army, Johnnie Gray sets out to single-handedly win the war with his cherished locomotive in this classic silent film. When Northern spies steal his train, the intrepid Johnnie takes on the entire Union army to get it back. Aww … Continue reading AFI #18 – The General
Letting Your Freak Flag Fly
Kids, there's been a lot of controversy involving the Confederate flag recently. Really, I suppose there's been a lot of controversy about the thing for 150 years. But it's really heated up in recent months. Disclaimer: I've stated in the past that I avoid writing about polarizing issues such as this. But it keeps coming … Continue reading Letting Your Freak Flag Fly
The Confusing Middle 