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      Over the Wall

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Over the Wall, the narrator reflects on their time working at the White House, drafting nuclear energy policies—a job that, despite initial enthusiasm, grew increasingly dull and unsatisfying. What once seemed like an exciting opportunity to contribute to presidential decision-making soon revealed the slow-moving nature of government work. The realization settled in that progress was often hindered by bureaucratic inefficiencies, and many projects were abandoned by succeeding administrations. This…
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      Ovation

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ovation greeted the end of the Union’s attempt to hold Fort Sumter as its surrender echoed through the nation, symbolizing a significant turning point. On the morning of April 18, Captain Gustavus Fox and Major Robert Anderson, aboard the Baltic, reflected on the traumatic events that had unfolded. As the Baltic neared Sandy Hook, Anderson, with a heavy heart, dictated a message to Simon Cameron, the Secretary of War, recounting the fort’s destruction after enduring a 34-hour bombardment. Anderson’s…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Our Migrant Souls by Maria Hinojosa explores the experiences of Latinx immigrants in the U.S., highlighting struggles with identity, belonging, and resilience through personal stories.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin One very dark night in late February, a significant, albeit unsettling, series of events unfolded. On February 22, as President-elect Abraham Lincoln made a brief stop in Leaman Place, Pennsylvania, en route to Harrisburg, he was met by an enthusiastic crowd eager to hear from him. Although Lincoln’s voice was hoarse, he managed to humorously introduce his wife, sparking laughter from the audience, which lightened the mood for a brief moment. This public appearance, being his last before his secretive…
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      On the Scent

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      by testsuphomeAdmin On the scent of impending conflict, John Delane, the editor of the Times in London, grew increasingly concerned about the escalating political tensions in the United States. Following Abraham Lincoln’s election, the conflict between the Southern states and the Union intensified, raising the possibility of violence breaking out. Delane recognized that the situation in America could be an engaging topic for his British readers, many of whom might find some measure of satisfaction in witnessing the turmoil…
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      Ominous Doings

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ominous Doings began to unfold as South Carolina’s preparations for war became increasingly evident between December 28 and 31, 1860. Governor Pickens called upon local planters to construct gun batteries along vital locations such as the Santee River and Winyah Bay, urging them to defend their land with the same patriotic fervor as their Revolutionary War ancestors. On December 28, he took a significant step by prohibiting the shipment of arms to Fort Sumter, although mail delivery was still permitted,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Of Spiders and Entrails, Mary Chesnut found herself deeply immersed in the social life of Montgomery during early March 1861. She hosted numerous delegates and their families at her boarding house, turning her drawing room into a gathering space for an array of prominent figures. On March 11, the room was filled with “judges, governors, senators, generals, congressmen” engaged in animated conversations, where the exchange of stories and gossip was a constant. Among the many anecdotes, one shared by her…
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      Notes

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Notes about Clara Brown’s life offer a profound understanding of the experiences of African American women born into slavery in the 1830s in Kentucky. Clara’s remarkable story is primarily derived from oral histories, as she was illiterate and never documented her personal struggles or achievements in writing. Her journey to freedom, which began in 1856 when she was emancipated, highlights the extreme challenges she faced during a tumultuous time in American history. Upon gaining her freedom, Clara…
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