On this letter, a young nation proclaims its Philippine independence from a great power, transitioning from a colony to a democracy. Although people first think of the United States, they aren’t the only country that gained their freedom on this momentous day. Over a century and a half after the US declared its independence, its… Read More »Philippine Independence Letter From the US – A Letter to the Nation
Today marks the anniversary of a pivotal and tragic moment in our nation’s history—the infamous Pickett’s Charge letter at the Battle of Gettysburg. As I pen these words, I am reminded of the immense bravery and the profound sacrifice that characterized that fateful day. It is through this letter that I hope to honor and… Read More »A Vintage Reflection on Pickett’s Charge
I’m writing to you about the Declaration of Independence which marked America’s independence from Great Britain. While most people celebrate on July 4th, the story of the Declaration of Independence actually began a bit earlier. This change was because the document required minor revisions and was only made official two days later. However, in some… Read More »Declaration of Independence – Colonies Letter of Freedom
Twenty-seven years ago, a significant chapter in the history of the United Kingdom and China came to a close with the official return of Hong Kong to China. After nearly 156 years of British rule, the historic Handover of Hong Kong marked a monumental event for both nations. For the UK, this moment signified the… Read More »Handover of Hong Kong – The End of British Rule Letter
The Archduke Franz Ferdinand Assassination, heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and his beloved wife, Duchess Sophie, met a tragic end in Sarajevo at the hands of Gavrilo Princip. This young assassin was part of the Black Hand, a secret organization fighting for Bosnian independence from Austrian rule. While their mission succeeded in eliminating the Archduke,… Read More »Archduke Franz Ferdinand Assassination – A Letter from Sarajevo
On this significant day, we remember the tragic death of Joseph Smith, who was murdered by a mob in Carthage, Illinois. As the founder of the Church of the Latter-Day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon Church, his assassination was a result of escalating anti-Mormon sentiment. This sentiment intensified when Joseph ordered the destruction of… Read More »Joseph Smith – Death of A Religious Leader
Let us reflect on a figure from history whose name evokes both intrigue and controversy: Richard III, the man who claimed the English throne under circumstances that have fueled debate for centuries. The infamous Richard III took the throne of England after usurping power from his nephew Edward V. This coup was widely controversial during… Read More »Richard III: A Letter on the Power and Controversy of His Ascent
The Korean War commenced as the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea army crossed the 38th Parallel, initiating a full-scale invasion of South Korea. This bold move aimed to forcibly reunite the Koreas, which had been divided following World War II. The international community swiftly condemned this act, and the United Nations mobilized a relief army,… Read More »Start of the Korean War – A Letter on Aggression and Recovery
As I am writing this significant moment in history, one that I believe is worth recounting as it highlights a remarkable episode from the post-World War II era—the Berlin Airlift. The Berlin Airlift faced escalation as the USSR declared a halt to all supplies entering Berlin, effectively blockading the western half of the city amidst… Read More »A Historical Message for Fighting the Berlin Airlift
Dear Readers, the Battle of Okinawa came to an end as the last pockets of resistance of the Imperial Japanese Army surrendered on Okinawa Island, concluding the nearly three-month-long conflict. This campaign would be one of the largest and deadliest conflicts of the Pacific Theatre of WWII. This was due in no small part to… Read More »Stories From the Battle of Okinawa – The Pacific Bloodiest War
