Category Archives: new york

The Age of Jackson 56



A real S.O.B. whether you like him or hate him…the Age of Jackson has begun.


Electoral College V. Popular Vote and the Election of 1824 55



What does Corruption, Andrew Jackson, John Quincy Adams, and the Electoral College have in common?  They’re all corrupt.  Tune in!


The Era of Good Feelings 54



America is feelin’ good-ish!  We are talking national unity, the Monroe Doctrine, and the elephant in the room tearing the country apart…slavery.


Seminole Wars 53



Florida is open territory for Andrew Jackson to deal a hand…or three.


Innovation and the Industrial Revolution 51



The Industrial Revolution changes the nation, but it’s fueled by blood, sweat, tears, and coal.


Rising Tension and Old Tippecanoe (War of 1812) 48



War with England part two…


The Duel 46



Conflict resolution at its finest…à la, Hamilton and Burr…


Lewis and Clark (Part Two) 45



This expedition could be titled, “Sacagawea and Lewis and Clark.”  Learn why…


Lewis and Clark (Part One) 44



The Corps of Discovery prepares to boldly explore where no American dude or dudette has gone before.


Louisiana Purchase 43



The United States “supersizes” itself.