"The Last Call", more commonly recognized by the name "Taps", is perhaps the most heartbreaking piece of music ever composed. It is comprised of only twenty-four notes, yet it stirs deep within us every ember of patriotism, grief, and humility that can be found. Those of you who have been to an American military funeral, … Continue reading The Last Call//Forever We’ll Remember
History
The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
Today I am excited to welcome Ryana Peterson to our Countdown! But before we get started, let's chat about Memorial Day, and what it means to you! What are some of your favorite ways to commemorate Memorial Day? Please share it down in the comments. I would love to hear! I've already said that my … Continue reading The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
Rhode Island Independence Day
Most of us have heard of America's Independence Day, (I would hope anyway 😉), but not many have heard of Rhode Island Independence Day. What even is it? Not long ago I did an entire post on Baptist involvement in our nation's fight for Independence. If you missed it, make sure to check it out! … Continue reading Rhode Island Independence Day
Baptists: Champions of Liberty// American history that schools won’t teach you
As most of you I'm sure have come to realize, I am proudly Baptist and American. I make no efforts to hide it. This comes as a terrible shock to most of you, I know. 😉 But why does the name Baptist mean so much to me? Why will I most gladly be labeled as … Continue reading Baptists: Champions of Liberty// American history that schools won’t teach you
The British Prison Ship by Philip Freneau
Several weeks ago I did a post on England's Concentration Camps during the War for Independence. In that post I quoted a few lines from an American soldier held on board one of these infamous prison ships. Philip Freneau has come to be known as the Poet of the American Revolution. As I have read … Continue reading The British Prison Ship by Philip Freneau
History Buff Blog Tag
I have been wondering for an eternity now why someone hasn't created a blog tag for history buffs. I know I can't be the only one out there that adores history and would love to do a blog tag surrounding it. Am I right? Please tell me there are a few of you out there … Continue reading History Buff Blog Tag
Amazing Grace// History of the Hymn
How many people would ever imagine a slave trader would be used to pen the words to one of the world's most beloved hymns? How could grace be recognized and realized by someone so wicked? Yet that is how John Newton penned the words to this truth-filled hymn. John Newton: Life of a Sailor Though … Continue reading Amazing Grace// History of the Hymn
England’s Concentration Camps
Well known to the entire world is the horrific conditions within the Nazi Concentration camps of the Second World War. Yet hidden within the pages of time is the history of Great Britain's concentration camps of the American War for Independence. Floating death camps. Watery dungeons. Torturous prison ships. These were England's Concentration camps some … Continue reading England’s Concentration Camps
The Miracle of New Orleans
America's Second War for Independence. Few people even realize that that is one of the names the War of 1812 has been known as. It's actually quite fitting if you think about it though. We were still a young nation at the point war was declared once again. Rather than fighting for the ability to … Continue reading The Miracle of New Orleans
Yankee Doodle// History of the Song
Any red blooded American has engrained in their memory the lyrics and tune to the historic folksong, Yankee Doodle. As children we grow up singing and whistling it, and as adults we do the same . (Yeah, don't act like you're too cool for that.) It's become a symbol and emblem of America and patriotism. … Continue reading Yankee Doodle// History of the Song
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 