Kassie is a farmer and freelance writer with a passion for history and teaching others about it. A National Board Certified Teacher, she holds a MEd in History, a MEd in Curriculum & Instruction, and a BS in Sustainable Agriculture & Animal Science. She is particularly interested in the ability of history stories to teach empathy to the next generation, and telling the stories of often overlooked historical perspectives or hidden truths. Kassie has special interests in the history of America’s Indigenous peoples, war, maritime history, and the “wild west.”
Areas of Expertise
How National Parks Help Preserve American History
Americans have enjoyed National Parks for centuries, but these natural wonders offer more than just a beautiful view.
The Evolution of Zoos From Ancient Menageries to the Bronx
Zoos have a rich and storied history within the human experience. How did they originate, and how have they evolved?
The Goals & Legacy of the Gettysburg Address
One of history’s most famous orations, Abraham Lincoln’s 1864 Gettysburg Address was so much more than a simple dedication speech.
Bacon’s Rebellion Was America’s First Major Uprising
After a disagreement over the future of Jamestown led to conflict, Bacon’s Rebellion left the colony in ashes.
The Story of Crispus Attucks, the American Revolution’s First Martyr
Who was Crispus Attucks, and how did he become a symbol of American Resistance?
5 Great Challenges That Ulysses S. Grant Faced During His Presidency
Ulysses S. Grant walked into his presidency during one of America’s most chaotic periods and had to deal with many challenges.
How the Creation of Flagstaff Erased 150 Years of Maine History
The towns of Flagstaff, Bigelow, and Dead River, Maine were sacrificed in the name of innovation and left behind many mysteries.
7 Towns With Strange, Global Names in Maine
With a host of places named after destinations around the globe, Maine pays homage to the international community in an interesting way.
History Proves That the Stereotype of the “Scalping Indian” Is a Gross Misrepresentation
Often treated as a Native American stereotype, scalping has a disturbing history in the development of modern America.
How Annie Oakley Became the First Female Superstar of the Wild West
Annie Oakley not only made a name for herself as a skilled markswoman, but she showed the world that women could compete with and defeat men.
5 of George Washington’s Right Hands
The first president couldn’t do it alone. George Washington relied on several key players to see him through the Revolution and the birth of a nation.
7 Facts About Geronimo, the Apache Who Became a Symbol of Indigenous Resistance
Remembered as the last holdout to US colonization, Geronimo was a complicated man with clear motivations.