Sesquicentennialmanac: Civil War History for February 6 – 12, 1862
Sgt. Maj. George Washington Whitman huddled with the rest of the 51st NY Infantry on an overcrowded sternwheeler, trying to catch a glimpse of the action several miles north. As he watched, Federal warships loosed a blazing barrage of cannon...
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The practice of gaining an academic advantage
Redshirting is a practice that refers to the delayed entry of age eligible children to kindergarten. It is based on the belief that the additional time allows for physical and intellectual growth, thereby conferring an advantage over their younger...
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Information session for students pursuing a service academy appointment
Receiving an appointment to a military academy is a lengthy journey that begins well prior to the student#39;s senior year...and requires a Congressional nomination. Although the process can be intimidating, students receiving appointments earn...
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