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Andrew Woelflein

Oct 22

Simeon Hix's Musket

Individual historic artefacts provide a unique window into bygone times. Each item tells a tale that provides insights into the people...

Andrew Woelflein

Apr 16

Lady Elizabeth Butler's "Roll Call"

Lady Elizabeth Butler, Roll Call , Image Courtesy of Anne S.K. Brown Military Collection, Brown University Roll Call by Lady Elizabeth...

Andrew Woelflein

Apr 16

Meet Lieutenant Faber du Faur

Lieutenant Faber du Faur was a German artillery officer allied with the French. During 1812 he participated in Napoleon’s ill-fated...

Andrew Woelflein

Apr 3

Meet Lieutenant de Verger of the Revolutionary War

Lieutenant de Verger came to America in the summer of 1780 with Rochambeau during the American Revolution. His personal collection of...

Andrew Woelflein

Apr 3

Meet Major John Cullen Murphy

Major Murphy is a fascinating subject who provides a unique perspective from his time in the Pacific during WWII. Researching Murphy...

Andrew Woelflein

Apr 3

Toy Soldier Collecting

When I was an elementary student in Chicago my school awarded weekly medals for academic achievement. The medal, actually a small pin,...