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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
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
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
History casts a shadow over the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, as the Casket Letters were revealed and led to her eventual death. These letters, purportedly written by Mary herself, became pivotal pieces of evidence used against her in the accusation of conspiring to murder her second husband, Lord Darnley. The authenticity of these… Read More »Mary, Queen of Scots – The Letters That Brought Her Down
On June 19, Aung San Suu Kyi was born on 19 June 1945 in Rangoon (now Yangon) in Myanmar. Back then, the country was called Burma and remained under British rule until 1947. While this did mean independence from the European powers, it did not mean peace as the Myanmar government was fought with corruption and infighting… Read More »Aung San Suu Kyi – A Fighter for Democracy
The fall of France in early WWII was a serious blow to the French war effort, leaving it short on resources and operating as a government in exile. However, it did not mean an end to the war as while the country itself might have been lost, its people continued to fight. French forces either… Read More »Free French Appeal
On this day, 24 years ago, the leaders of North and South Korea convened for the first time in an effort to establish a relationship during the 2000 Inter-Korean Summit. Although it is hard to believe now, there was a time not too long ago when friendly relations between the two Koreas were not only… Read More »Historic 2000 Inter-Korean Summit: A Look Back
