Standing Strong: The Heroes of Little Round Top
"He [Brigadier General Strong Vincent] died near Gettysburg, July 7, 1863 ... within sight of that field which his bravery had so greatly...
The Science of Story for Writers
From the time our children can talk they ask us to “tell them a story.” We collectively spend millions of dollars buying children’s books...
Grant at 200: Hardscrabble - the House Grant Built in St. Louis - on Stories & Myths with Craig
To honor Grant's 200th birthday, check out the house he built by hand - 'hardscrabble'- on Stories and Myths with Craig von Buseck. Watch...
Grant at 200: Abolitionist? Civil Rights Champion? Get Answers on Stories & Myths with Craig
In observance of Grant's 200th birthday we ask, "Was Grant an abolitionist?" "What happened to the Civil Rights Act of 1875?" We discuss...
Grant's 200th Birthday! City Point Photo Recreation
In celebration of Grant's 200th birthday, here I am reproducing the famous pose at his headquarters in City Point, Virginia -- near...
Easter: Myth, Legend, or Ultimate Truth?
The story of Christ is simply a true myth: working on us in the same way, but with this tremendous difference that it really happened....
Maundy Thursday: A Commandment of Love
The word “Maundy” comes from the Latin for “commandment.” Jesus commands us to love in His final instructions before going to the cross....
Celebrate the 200th Birthday of Ulysses S. Grant
For the 200th birthday of U.S. Grant, check out Victor! The Final Battle of Ulysses S. Grant. This true and fascinating story is about...
Historic Sites I Visited in Researching 'Victor! The Final Battle of Ulysses S. Grant'
Here is a list of battlefields, museums, and national parks I visited while doing research on Ulysses S. Grant for my book 'Victor!'
Questions from a Reader of 'Victor! The Final Battle of Ulysses S. Grant'
After reading Victor! The Final Battle of Ulysses S. Grant, David Winters writes: Dr. vB, Very much enjoyed Victor! Thank you for all the...
