by David Kroese | Apr 3, 2019 | The Journey Continues
Our 26th President is widely considered the most famous, and arguably the most impactful, conservationist to occupy the White House. Theodore Roosevelt’s administration backed the landmark 1906 Antiquities Act, and Teddy used it to great effect. He played a...
by David Kroese | Apr 3, 2019 | The Journey Continues
On a southwestern Missouri farm amidst the swirling chaos of banditry and violence that defined the Missouri-Kansas border during the Civil War, a remarkable man of science was born in 1864. After outlaws kidnapped the infant George and his mother Mary, he returned to...
by David Kroese | Apr 3, 2019 | The Journey Continues
On April 10-11, 1862, military science and fortifications would change forever. Situated on Tybee Island, a mile away from Fort Pulaski’s imposing 7.5-foot brick walls, eleven Union field batteries containing 36 cannon and mortars, and most importantly, ten rifled...
by David Kroese | Apr 3, 2019 | Public Appearances
Beloit College’s Society for Learning Unlimited will host the presentation, “A Journey through America’s National Park System” on Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 9-11 AM. Advanced registration is required. 700 College Street, Beloit, WI...
by David Kroese | Apr 3, 2019 | Public Appearances
On August 10, 2019, I’ll be presenting at 10 AM and 1 PM on the topic, “Following Ulysses Grant through our National Park System.” Hosted by Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site in St. Louis, Missouri, we’ll take a look at Grant’s...
