by Martha Hutchens | Jul 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
Image from Deposit Photos, @everett225 A Detour Worth Taking I had intended to make this post the story of Anna Essinger’s school after she arrived in England. There is truly a story there. But then this happened. Leslie Baruch Brent interview Ruth Boronow...
by Martha Hutchens | Jun 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Niels Bohr, 1935. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. A Scientific Giant Who Saw the Threat Early Niels Bohr was a scientific giant. His work formed the foundation for much of the physics and chemistry of the 20th century. He also clearly saw the threat Hitler posed...
by Martha Hutchens | May 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
Army Staff Sgt. Hiroshi H. Miyamura, Medal of Honor recipient. Image: U.S. Army (Public Domain). A Boy from Gallup Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura was born in Gallup, NM, on October 6, 1925. His family operated a diner, the kind of place that served hearty meals to working...
by Martha Hutchens | Apr 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Desmond Doss: The First Desmond Doss was a conscientious objector who served as a medic during World War II. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions at Okinawa, and the story of his life was made into the movie Hacksaw Ridge. If you would like to know more...
by Martha Hutchens | Mar 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The battle of the Meuse-Argonne made him famous. The years that followed tested him just as deeply. If you missed my earlier post on York’s actions during World War I, you can read it here: Alvin York and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Grist Mill On The Alvin C. York...
by Martha Hutchens | Feb 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Thank you—you’re entered! And I know Tina is grateful for your help clearing out her office! I’ll announce the winner my next newsletter. — Martha
