William Marland: Saving the Battery in the Bayou
November 3, 2024
In late fall of 1863, Union Major General Nathaniel Banks planned a land invasion of Texas. That plan called for Major General William B. Franklin to take the 13th and…
American Heroes Playing America’s Pastime, Baseball
October 30, 2024
By Katie Cayer, Assistant Archivist & Curator Bottom of the ninth, the bases are loaded and tensions are rising. The home team pitcher stares down the batter from across the…
3 Lessons to Teach Students About the War on Terror
October 28, 2024
Are you trying to instill crucial character and values in your students but lack the resources and time to make an impact? Are you tired of traditional lectures and textbook…
Unlock History with These World War I Lessons
October 21, 2024
As a teacher, you are too often an unsung hero tasked with providing an education to your students that equips them for success in the classroom and in life. You…
FREE Veterans Day Lessons for Elementary, Middle, and High School
October 16, 2024
With Veterans Day a few weeks away, now is the time to start planning lessons and activities for your classroom or school. But engaging students can be challenging as winter…
Eugene M. Tinkham: Rescued Two Wounded Under Fire
October 15, 2024
In late spring and early summer of 1864, Union troops under General U. S. Grant fought a series of battles known as the "Overland Campaign" as they made their way…
World War II Lessons for Middle and High School
October 8, 2024
As a teacher, you are responsible for more than teaching history. You are responsible for helping students actualize their full potential, in and out of the classroom. World War II…
CMOHS is the New Home to Four Civil War Medals of Honor
October 7, 2024
By Laura Jowdy, Senior Director of Archives, Collections & Museum On October 11, 2024, the Naval Aviation Alumni Choir will preform in honor of four Civil War Medals of Honor…
How to Empower Students in the Classroom
October 1, 2024
Are you tired of disengaged students? Do you want to reignite their passion for learning? Are you worried that they are not developing the leadership skills they need to reach…
John Cook: 15 Year Old Civil War Hero
September 17, 2024
In September 1862, Confederate General Robert E. Lee took his Army of Northern Virginia into Maryland with hopes of diverting some of the fighting into northern territory. If all went…