Tag: American Civil War
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Abraham Lincoln Authorized a Civil War Balloon Corps
In the early days of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln was seeking innovative ways to gain an advantage over Confederate forces. One such idea was the use of hot-air balloons for aerial reconnaissance missions. In 1861, Lincoln authorized the creation of the Union Army Balloon Corps, marking a significant milestone in military aviation history.…
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Ulysses S. Grant’s Given Name Wasn’t Ulysses
Many Americans see Ulysses S. Grant as the 18th President and a hero of the Civil War. But not many know that his name change wasn’t something he chose. Born in 1822 in Point Pleasant, Ohio, he started life with a different name. This change would affect his life and career in big ways. Grant’s…