historical research

Introduction to Albert Woolson Albert Woolson holds a distinguished place in American history as the last surviving veteran of the Civil War. Born on February 11, 1850, in Antwerp, New York, Woolson’s life spanned a remarkable period filled with transformation and change in the United States. He joined the Union Army at the age of … Read more

Introduction to John Gray John Gray was a private in the Continental Army, representing a significant yet often overlooked segment of those who fought during the American Revolutionary War. Born and raised in Virginia, Gray epitomized the spirit of a young American in the late 18th century, a period marked by growing discontent against British … Read more