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Borno man who fought in America’s civil war in 1860s
In the spirit of America’s Black History Month, which is celebrated every February, I am continuing my tradition of writing columns that focus on the unique experiences, trials, and triumphs of Black ...
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Buried in Pittsfield Cemetery, Bushrod Birch was a Civil War veteran who was hailed as 'a true man in all the relations of his life'
Born in New York City in 1810, Bushrod Birch spent time on and off in Pittsfield before serving in the Civil War, and returned to Pittsfield shortly before his death ...
Mort Künstler, Renowned Painter of Epic Historical Scenes, Dies at 97
His years illustrating pulp novels honed his sense of pictorial drama, and his meticulous research ensured historical accuracy, notably in his Civil War paintings.