Tag Archives: invasion

Don’t Mess with Texas 59



The future of the Texas hangs in the balance…as tensions explode, so do the cannons.  The fighting kicks off at the Alamo, with folk legend Davy Crockett.  It doesn’t turn out so well for him, but everyone will Remember the Alamo!


Seminole Wars 53



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


Battle of New Orleans (War of 1812) 50



Old Hickory makes history in the most tragic battle of the War of 1812.


Washington Burns (War of 1812) 49



In an unparalleled dick move…The British burn Washington to the ground.


Louisiana Purchase 43



The United States “supersizes” itself.


West Side 40



In California, a king still rules from Spain as land is stolen from Native Americans.


Valley Forge 26



Quick and Dirty History is back baby!  Americans have always dealt with hardship.  As the world keeps turning, all we can do is move forward.  Whether it’s COVID-19 or Valley Forge, we must remain united.  Remember, things have been tough in the past too.  The story of Valley Forge begins now!


The Battles of Saratoga 25



The tides of war are about to change!


The Articles of Confederation 24



“We must indeed all hang together…or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately.”  -Benjamin Franklin


The Marquis de Lafayette 23



France comes bearing gifts for the Patriots!