Tag Archives: Revolutionary War

Bella Vista

Bella Vista

Not long after we moved here, our dog proudly brought us a lead miniball she had discovered in the backyard – near where this photo was taken. That miniball conjured up all kinds of possibilities – from pirates to Indians to enemy attacks. In actuality, the most likely story is a simple hunting party. Read More →

Don’t Tread on Me

Gadsden FlagThis flag has been getting a lot of attention lately as a symbol of today’s Tea Party movement. It’s history goes back to the American Revolution where, among other things, it was the first flag ever carried into battle by the United States Marine Corps.

It also has a connection to St. Augustine. Read More →