The Andrew Johnson National Historic Site: A Reflection
Starting a blog dedicated to the appreciation of history is a liberating experience. When you consider the many historical sites across the United States and around the world, there are countless locations that can serve as the inspiration for the inaugural post. There are major ones that served as the location of an important battle, crucial discovery, or consequential decision, but there are also the local ones that receive only a handful of visitors a year. The innumerable individuals whose impact on history ranges from peasant farmer to general, scientist, astronaut, lawyer, or even a president could rightfully serve as the topic of this post. And speaking of American presidents, there have been 44 of them, and surely the ranks of Washington, Lincoln, Roosevelt (both), or even a Truman would be fascinating to explore. And they will be, just not as my first attempt to share my thoughts in a blog. This post will focus on President Andrew Johnson. The C-SPAN Presidential Histori...