Lorie is educated in American history, English, and creative nonfiction writing. Her main areas of interest are Colonial, Civil War, and Old West-era history, with an avid enthusiasm for medieval history. She loves spending time with her husband, kids, and grandkids, as well as traveling, watching period dramas, attending festivals, or hiking. She is an animal lover who is passionate about rescue and shelter animals, and is an advocate for pit-bulls.
Areas of Expertise
Who Is Ruby Bridges?
In 1960, at just six years old, Ruby Bridges courageously integrated her all-white elementary school.
The 54th Massachusetts: The Heroic Black Union Regiment
In July 1863, the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, one of the Union’s first Black regiments, charged Fort Wagner. Their courage earned them eternal glory in American history.
Jackie Robinson: Breaking Barriers in Baseball
Jackie Robinson, who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball, was also a determined civil rights activist. Robinson emerged as an American icon for change and racial equality.
Andrew & Rachel Jackson: A Scandalous Marriage & the 1828 Election
Andrew and Rachel Jackson were a passionate love match, but their scandalous marriage came back to haunt them in the 1828 presidential campaign.